
Potash and Perlmutter: Their Copartnership Ventures and Adventures
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'Potash and Perlmutter: Their Copartnership Ventures and Adventures' by Montague Glass follows the comedic exploits of two Jewish partners in the garment industry in New York City. The stories center around their business ventures and showcase their personalities, their struggles with employees and suppliers, and their attempts to navigate the often-chaotic world of the garment trade. Glass, a lawyer who drew on his own experiences, brings a sharp and humorous lens to the daily trials and triumphs of these two partners. These stories were hugely popular in their time and were adapted for the stage and even for movies, a testament to the enduring appeal of these characters and their relatable struggles. The book's humor comes from the relatable characters, their witty dialogue, and the situations they find themselves in. Readers today may find the language and social context of the stories somewhat dated, but the core themes of friendship, perseverance, and the challenges of the business world remain timeless.Book Details
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Montague Glass
British, United States
Montague Glass was a British-American Jewish lawyer and writer of short stories, plays, and film scripts. He was born in Manchester, England, in 1877, and emigrated to the United States with his famil...
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