Mose Sharp was the only son in a Jewish family with 7 children. His mother died young. His father had plans for Mose to join him in running his men's clothing shop. But Mose had a thirst for show business. He left his home in Iowa and worked doing anything to get himself on stage. His life became more stable when he filled in as the straight man for Rocky Carter, a slapstick comedian, which led to their partnership, a pairing which lasted decades, from the 1920s to well beyond WWII. The author often mentions many real-life performers in this era, which added to my interest.
I wasn't sure at first whether this book was for me, but it's got everything: realism, self-awareness, bits of sadness, all marinated with a good share of humor and love.
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