Cyrus Shams
Cyrus Shams is a fictional character in Kaveh Akbar's debut novel, ¡Mártir!, representing the struggles of a young Iranian-American poet grappling with addiction, identity, and the complexities of life in contemporary America. Through his journey, Cyrus reflects the author's own experiences and highlights the challenges faced by marginalized voices in literature.
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Switzerland:
Cyrus Shams is the protagonist in Akbar's novel who struggles with addiction and seeks a meaningful death.
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Germany:
Cyrus Shams is a character in Kaveh Akbar's debut novel who struggles with his life and meaning.
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Spain:
Cyrus Shams is the protagonist of Akbar's novel ¡Mártir!, who struggles with addiction and identity.
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