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Manhattan Transfer · Character
Mr. Goldstein
A Jewish shopkeeper or businessman.
minor
Also known as Mr. Goldstein
First appearance: section i
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- Background figures and minor characters
- Elite social climbers
- Protagonist
- Old New York and traditional values
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