Author Anousheh Ansari

Host: ICF

 
My Dream of Stars
Author: Anousheh Ansari

In Her heartwarming and empowering memoir, space pioneer Anousheh Ansari tells the story of her childhood in Iran and her family’s exodus to America after the Islamic Revolution. After settling down in Texas, Anousheh built a computer technology firm from the ground up, which eventually realized a net worth of $750 million and ultimately allowed her to achieve her childhood dream of spaceflight. Ultimately, this evocative story shows the triumph of a woman who has become a role model to people around the globe struggling to overcome economic and cultural barriers, as well as those dreamers who look upon the stars and wish to soar among them.  

Free

  

Venue: Jungman Neighborhood Library

Address: 5830 Westheimer Road
Houston, Texas 77057