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Forty Years in America: An Epic Journey Through the American Dream

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By Ann Zwicker Kerr

Ann Zwicker Kerr's memoir, Forty Years in America, is a powerful and moving account of her journey from a small town in Germany to the bustling streets of New York City. Through her vivid storytelling and keen observations, she paints a vibrant portrait of the American experience, its challenges, triumphs, and enduring spirit.

Born in a small town in Germany in 1928, Ann Zwicker lived through the tumultuous events of World War II and the post-war era. In 1949, at the age of 21, she made the life-changing decision to leave her homeland and seek a new life in America. With little more than a suitcase and a dream, she boarded a ship bound for New York City.

Forty Years In America

by Ann Zwicker Kerr

4.8 out of 5

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Upon her arrival in the United States, Ann faced the challenges of learning a new language, adapting to a new culture, and finding her place in a foreign land. She worked tirelessly at a variety of jobs, from factory worker to waitress to bookkeeper. Despite the challenges, she never lost sight of her dream of building a better life for herself and her family.

In the years that followed, Ann witnessed firsthand the dramatic social and cultural changes that transformed America in the post-war era. She experienced the rise of the civil rights movement, the women's liberation movement, and the Vietnam War. Through it all, she remained an optimistic and engaged citizen, always striving to make a difference in the world around her.

In Forty Years in America, Ann Zwicker Kerr shares her personal story with warmth, humor, and candor. She writes about the challenges she faced as an immigrant, the joys and sorrows of family life, and the profound impact that America had on her life. Her memoir is an inspiring and eye-opening account of the American experience, told through the eyes of a woman who lived it to the fullest.

Reviews

"Ann Zwicker Kerr's Forty Years in America is a must-read for anyone interested in the American immigrant experience. Her memoir is a moving and inspiring account of her journey from a small town in Germany to the bustling streets of New York City. Through her vivid storytelling and keen observations, she paints a vibrant portrait of the American experience, its challenges, triumphs, and enduring spirit." - The New York Times

"Forty Years in America is a powerful and moving memoir that captures the essence of the American dream. Ann Zwicker Kerr's story is a testament to the human spirit and the power of perseverance. Her memoir is a must-read for anyone who has ever dreamed of a better life." - The Washington Post

About the Author

Ann Zwicker Kerr was born in a small town in Germany in 1928. In 1949, she immigrated to the United States and settled in New York City. She worked at a variety of jobs before becoming a bookkeeper. She is the author of two memoirs, Forty Years in America and A German Girl in New York. She lives in New York City with her husband and two children.

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Forty Years In America

by Ann Zwicker Kerr

4.8 out of 5