Handicrafts Of The Southern Highlands, by Allen S. Eaton. 392 Pages. Softbound. This is the only comprehensive book written about the crafts of Southern Appalachia. It contains a wealth of information on this region's traditional handcrafts, such as log cabin building; spinning and weaving out of cotton, wool, and flax; natural dyes; quilt making; pottery; woodcarving; furniture and doll making; musical instruments and mountain music. Every aspect of the mateial culture of this region as it has been practiced since the earliest settlers came from Virginia and other parts of the coast. Many of these craft practices can be traced back to their roots in England, Scotland, and Ireland. Eaton's classic study, complimented by photos by the great social photographer, Doris Ulmann,is one of the most important documents to have come out the Roosevelt Depression and a must for anyone interested in American traditional music and craft. UNAVAILABLE (BK-0202)