02336cam a22003373u 4500 27423 UtSlPG 20260610133627.0 m cr n 260607r2008||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 12024207 UtSlPG en iso639-1 PS Glass, Montague, 1877-1934 Elkan Lubliner, American Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2008 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2008-12-05 Produced by C. St. Charleskindt, Suzanne Shell and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net "Elkan Lubliner, American" by Montague Glass is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around the character Elkan Lubliner and his experiences as he navigates life as an immigrant in America. The narrative explores themes of family, cultural challenges, and the dynamics of business relationships in a humorous and engaging manner. The opening of the book introduces us to Marcus Polatkin and Philip Scheikowitz, partners in a clothing business, as they discuss family matters related to Philip's brother-in-law, who is trying to emigrate from Russia. Their conversation is filled with humor and cultural references that illustrate their backgrounds and the immigrant experience. The focus soon shifts to the arrival of Philip's nephew, Elkan Lubliner, who is expected to come work at their store. However, complications arise when it is revealed that Elkan's father has gambled away the money sent for his passage, prompting questions about family honor and trust. This sets the tone for the unfolding drama, highlighting family ties, identity challenges, and the comedic misunderstandings of immigrant life in America. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Jews -- New York (State) -- New York -- Fiction Immigrants -- New York (State) -- New York -- Fiction Clothing workers -- New York (State) -- New York -- Fiction https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/27423 68332 68332