The author of other Jewish-oriented travel guides ventures far afield from East European shtetls to countries that collectively have the largest Jewish communities after Europe, Russia, the US, and Israel. While extolling Jews' presence and contributions in such places as Brazil, Puerto Rico, and even the Amazon, Frank does not gloss over early persecution or contemporary anti-Semitism. Chapters include travel tips, resources, suggested reading, and b&w photos of kosher restaurants, synagogues, schools, and heritage sites. Annotation ©2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)