Finding My Father

In "Finding My Father," #1 New York Times bestselling author Deborah Tannen reflects on her father Eli Tannen's extraordinary life journey from early 20th-century Warsaw to New York City. Through intimate conversations and the discovery of his youth journals and letters, Tannen unravels the complexities of her father's experiences, from his vibrant memories of the Hasidic community to his various jobs and achievements, including establishing a successful law practice. This poignant memoir delves into the intricate bond between father and daughter, as Tannen seeks to understand not only her father's life but also her own place within their shared family narrative.