Studies in the Material Cultures of Southeast Asia No. 4. 

The book offers the first comprehensive exploration of the rich weaving traditions of Vietnam’s highland ethnic communities. Drawing on extensive field research, Michael C. Howard and Kim Be Howard document the textiles of more than twenty indigenous groups, revealing how patterns, materials, and techniques express cultural identity, social structure, and spiritual belief. Through detailed analysis and vivid photography, the book situates textiles within daily life, ritual practice, and historical change. Both an authoritative reference and a visual record, this volume preserves fragile traditions while deepening our understanding of the Central Highlands’ diverse cultural heritage.

2004, White Lotus Press, paperback, 240 pp., profusely illustrated with color photos, as new.