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YAExtraordinary People series.
The lives of fifty-two influential Jewish Americans are presented in brief, lively narratives. The material is organized chronologically, beginning with Haym Salomon, one of the financiers of the American Revolution, and ending with Jerry Seinfeld. Included are an appendix listing 124 additional Jewish Americans of note and lists of related websites and films. Bib., ind.