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Title: Potash and Perlmutter Settle Things
Note: Reading ease score: 55.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits:
Produced by Suzanne Shell and the Online Distributed
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Summary: "Potash and Perlmutter Settle Things" by Montague Glass is a comedic novel written in the late 19th century. The story follows two Jewish garment merchants, Morris Perlmutter and Abe Potash, as they navigate the complexities of business and life in the aftermath of World War I, especially during the Paris Peace Conference. Through their witty banter and misunderstandings, the characters engage in humorous discussions on politics, society, and their ambitions, showcasing a mix of comedy and cultural commentary. The opening portion introduces us to Morris and Abe, who express their frustration over a business strike and their desire to travel to Paris for fashion designs, which leads to hilarious debates about worries, politics, and their competitive nature against rival Leon Sammet. As their plan to obtain passports unfolds, readers get a glimpse into their character dynamics and their humorous take on contemporary events like the arrival of President Wilson in Paris. The dialogue captures the some cultural nuances and provides relatable humor through their exchanges, effectively setting the tone for the rest of the novel. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Glass, Montague, 1877-1934
EBook No.: 19948
Published: Nov 28, 2006
Downloads: 111
Language: English
Subject: Jews -- New York (State) -- New York -- Fiction
Subject: Clothing trade -- New York (State) -- New York -- Fiction
Subject: World War, 1914-1918 -- Peace -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Potash and Perlmutter Settle Things
Note: Reading ease score: 55.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits:
Produced by Suzanne Shell and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http:
//www.pgdp.net
Summary: "Potash and Perlmutter Settle Things" by Montague Glass is a comedic novel written in the late 19th century. The story follows two Jewish garment merchants, Morris Perlmutter and Abe Potash, as they navigate the complexities of business and life in the aftermath of World War I, especially during the Paris Peace Conference. Through their witty banter and misunderstandings, the characters engage in humorous discussions on politics, society, and their ambitions, showcasing a mix of comedy and cultural commentary. The opening portion introduces us to Morris and Abe, who express their frustration over a business strike and their desire to travel to Paris for fashion designs, which leads to hilarious debates about worries, politics, and their competitive nature against rival Leon Sammet. As their plan to obtain passports unfolds, readers get a glimpse into their character dynamics and their humorous take on contemporary events like the arrival of President Wilson in Paris. The dialogue captures the some cultural nuances and provides relatable humor through their exchanges, effectively setting the tone for the rest of the novel. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Glass, Montague, 1877-1934
EBook No.: 19948
Published: Nov 28, 2006
Downloads: 111
Language: English
Subject: Jews -- New York (State) -- New York -- Fiction
Subject: Clothing trade -- New York (State) -- New York -- Fiction
Subject: World War, 1914-1918 -- Peace -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.