Menahem-Mendl
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Summary
The book «Menahem-Mendl» by Sholem Aleichem is a series of letters between Menahem-Mendl, a Jewish dreamer and entrepreneur, and his wife Sheyne-Sheyndl. Menahem-Mendl is constantly seeking ways to get rich, trying his hand at various businesses and ventures such as stock speculation, insurance, trade, and more. However, his attempts invariably end in failure and financial loss. In his letters to his wife, he describes his plans and failures, while Sheyne-Sheyndl, staying at home, expresses skepticism and concern about his risky endeavors. Through these letters, the author reveals the comedic and tragic aspects of life in a Jewish shtetl, as well as human weaknesses and hopes.
Date of publication: 20 October 2024
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Genre: Classical literature