Anzia Yezierska was a Polish-American author born on February 15, 1880, in a Jewish family. She immigrated to the United States in 1890 and became known for her writings that depicted the struggles of immigrant life, particularly for women. Her most famous works include Bread Givers and Salome of the Tenements, which explore themes of identity, poverty, and the pursuit of the American Dream. Yezierska's writing style is characterized by its emotional depth and vivid imagery, reflecting her own experiences as an immigrant. She was part of the Jewish American literature movement and contributed significantly to discussions about gender and cultural identity in the early 20th century. Yezierska passed away on November 21, 1970.