Down These Mean Streets
Who is Piri's Father from Down These Mean Streets and what is their importance?
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Piri's father is employed as a laborer and does the best he can to provide for his family. He and Piri look very alike, though, the two do not have the best relationships. Piri's father is bery dark, and Piri often demeans his Southern heritage.
Down These Mean Streets