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| Title | : | As the Matzo Ball Turns |
| Author | : | Jozef Rothstein |
| Book Format | : | Paperback |
| Book Edition | : | Anniversary Edition |
| Pages | : | Pages: 238 pages |
| Published | : | August 20th 2018 by Jozef Rothstein (first published March 20th 2012) |
| Categories | : | Humor |
Jozef Rothstein
Paperback | Pages: 238 pages Rating: 4.48 | 29 Users | 17 Reviews
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Jozef Rothstein arrived from small-town Pennsylvania in Hollywood with stars in his eyes. Ten years later, he left with those same stars circling around his head. Reeling from the humbling routine of an actor looking for work--any work, even for a chewing gum commercial, clad as a beaver in Speedo trunks and a Scooby-Doo cape while surrounded by beautiful women dressed to the nines--Rothstein found humor the best solution to saving his sanity. Meanwhile, his money-generating job paralleled his dream employment. Rothstein's ten-year sentence as a waiter in a Jewish deli frequented by Tinsel Town's celebrities gave him more of the same ego pummeling, doled out in equal measure by customers and managers, but with a twist. The occasional hit men and drive-bys added just enough excitement to make near-death experiences an unwelcome reality. Here, too, laughter saves the day, and Rothstein gleefully shares the inspirations for a never-ending comedy of terrors. Just as frequently, his own missteps find him flat-flat face on the pavement, sharing space with customers familiar to the world. And yes, Rothstein does name names. Find your favorites in As the Matzo Ball Returns and see Hollywood stars--and waiters everywhere--in a whole new light. As the Matzo Ball Turns was also honored as a 'Finalist in the Humor Category' from Forward Book of the Year Awards.
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| ISBN: | 193745424X (ISBN13: 9781937454241) |
| Edition Language: | English |
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Ratings: 4.48 From 29 Users | 17 ReviewsCommentary Based On Books As the Matzo Ball Turns
I thought this book was fantastic! It hit on all of my emotions. It made me laugh the most but it also had adventure, ( I will be staying away from bridges) frustration, ( have you ever worked in a restaurant? Let alone a crazy busy Jewish deli in the middle of Hollywood with a bunch of other haggard actors waiting for their shot and the closest they get is the random famous costumers whom just add to an insane day?) and a pitch of tear jerking too. ( love the puppies!!) Perfect pool/beachHilarious romp through the eyes of an aspiring actor turned food service worker. This is a book anyone can relate to! One of the funniest I've read with excellent writing. Well worth my time.
This was a fun book. It was easy to read and highly entertaining. As a waitress in the restaurant business I can totally relate. After finishing this book I now want to go to Hollywood to visit and experience it first hand. Reading it again.
Laugh out loud funny. I just joined Goodreads and was excited to see this book on here. A friend picked it up at a book signing by the author and told me I just had to read it. Once I picked it up I could not put it down. It's rare when anything makes me laugh to the point of tears but there were moments in this book that did just that. And along with hilarious observations of the nightmare that can be customer service the author's description of Hollywood and his pursuit thereof, is incredibly
Didn't read this novel, but rather the musical adaptation Jozef Rothstein wrote.Worst. Play. Ever.I assume the book is just like the musical but longer. Perhaps the book is better because it has more room to write about character motivations or histories, but the musical is a mess with lots of questions left unanswered, a plethora of typos, and songs that neither rhyme nor have any discernable rhythm.It's supposed to be a comedy, but it was never funny and was several times just downright
As the matzo ball turns is a great book ! Funny as heck and very insightful. As an avid reader myself I would definitely recommend this awesome book !
I really enjoyed this book. It was a page turner. I recommend it to everyone. It made me laugh hard. So much emotion.It was a " Good Read"!
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