Martin Dressler / Millhauser, Steven

Martin Dressler rises quickly through the business world of nineteenth century New York City, going from a helper in his dad's cigar store to owner of the Grand Cosmo hotel, which represents the fulfillment of his dreams, but also leads him to financial ruin.

Martin Dressler rises quickly through the business world of nineteenth-century New York City, going from a helper in his dad's cigar store to owner of the Grand Cosmo hotel, which represents the fulfillment of his dreams, but also leads him to financial ruin.