Barber, E. J. W.

Investigates the mysterious mummies of Urumchi in Western China, a collection of obviously Caucasian bodies dating back as far as four thousand years, that have been beautifully preserved, down to their brightly hued clothing.

Examines the relations of women and their textile work to society and economics over the span of prehistoric and early historic times.

Discusses the origin of eastern and southeastern European traditional dances and why Stone Age farmers devoted so much energy to the dances.