Anzia Yezierska
Born: 12-31-1879
Anzia Yezierska was a Polish-American author known for her poignant stories depicting the immigrant experience in early 20th century America. Her works often explore themes of poverty, identity, and the pursuit of the American Dream, drawing from her own experiences as a Jewish immigrant in New York City. Yezierska's unique voice and vivid storytelling captured the struggles and aspirations of her characters, earning her a lasting place in American literature.
Book summaries for books written by Anzia Yezierska
Quotes
I heard a voice within me, saying, “You can do what you want to do.”
I want to be a person. I want to think for myself.
I'll be what I want to be, or else I won't be anything at all.
I ain't a bit sorry for what I done. I wanted to live. I'm alive now.
What's the use of living if I have to give up my own life?
I'm going to make something of myself. I got to or I'll bust.
I want to live where life's big and free and I can breathe.
I want to live. I want to be free to be myself.
I’m going to be somebody. I’m going to live. I’m going to be free.
I want to be a person, not a wife.
I want to walk free and own myself.
I’ll fight for my life. I want to live.