The Other Shulman

The story follows a middle-aged stationery-store owner from New Jersey, who humorously reflects on his lifelong struggle with weight, claiming to have lost and regained the same thirty-five pounds repeatedly. This ongoing battle symbolizes not just his physical challenges but also his desire to shed a part of himself he dislikes, represented by the idea of losing an entire person. Through his journey, he navigates his insecurities and the lengths he goes to hide his true self, all while maintaining a lighthearted tone.