August The Jew Store By Stella Suberman Description: A story of a family facing the trials of being different in a new town. Pages: 487 Review: Picture yourself walking through the crowded aisles of an old Woolworth’s store or perhaps the Five and Dime. They were stores where you could buy a little bit of everything for a good price. Well, how many of us knew that the root of such stores began in the south. The Jew Store, by Stella Suberman, part memoir, part historical fiction, describes the creation of these stores and is an absolute pleasure to read. The Bronson’s of New York City move to Concordia, Tennessee to open a dry goods store. It is the 1920’s and many Jewish families have gone south to seek their fortunes by opening stores where everyone can afford to shop. Imagine the culture shock on both sides. The Bronson’s who kept Kosher in New York, meet Miss Birdie and Lizzie Maud the southern housewives who naturally think that fat is an essential ingredient to any entree. Most of the town folk have a hard time getting used to the fact that the Bronson’s aren’t Christian. But while there are some overtly prejudice people in the town, most are people with grace and style. The store and the Bronson’s become a part of the community in a demonstration of generosity and spirit. During the Depression they are instrumental in saving the town. They show their small part of the world that religion doesn’t matter when you are family. The Jew Store is a beautifully written book with unforgettable characters successfully combining historical fact with an interesting plotline. This book leaves you with a feeling that all is possible, a true inspiration of American history.