Reviews historical background of the Lahu, noting living conditions, household patterns and names of Lahu villages, language, and folklore. Gives characteristics of the lahu, noting appearances and sanitation, experience, and nature. Describes Lahu social structure in terms of kinship, daily, living, marriage, divorce, property, education, birth ceremony and cult of the dead. Discusses traditions, prohibitions and costumes. Focuses on Lahu economy, religion, and administration. Covers assisting projects and opinions concerning the hill tribes. [TAIC]