Text and accompanying photographs present an account of the history and rituals of Judaism, examining such areas as sacred use of the Hebrew language and the role of the faith in establishing the contemporary nation of Israel.
Just before the Passover seder, a man baked from scraps of matzo dough escapes from the oven and eludes a number of pursuers until he meets clever Mendel Fox.
Describes the history of Judaism in America; its beliefs and practices; its impact on American culture, social issues, and politics; and important American Jewish figures and events.