Man of My Time

Set against the backdrop of Iran and New York City, Dalia Sofer's "Man of My Time" follows Hamid Mozaffarian as he returns to confront his past and his family's history, symbolized by the ashes of his father. Through this journey, Hamid navigates themes of loss, identity, and memory, exploring his personal transformation and the complex ties between family, exile, and heritage. The novel delves into the intricate relationships between individual and history, capturing the nuanced inner lives of a generation shaped by upheaval and longing.