Summary:
The memoir recounts the author's experiences growing up in New York City as the daughter of Iranian-Jewish immigrants, struggling to navigate the cultural divide between her family's traditional values and her own American dreams. It delves into themes of identity, rebellion, and the complexities of family loyalty amidst the backdrop of the 1960s and 1970s America.
Key points:
1. Identity: "Concealed" explores Amini's struggle with her dual American and Persian identity.
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