Table of Content
Chapter OneEthnic Origins of the Yugur 3
Chapter TwoClothing, Food, Shelter and Transportation of the Yugur 26
Chapter ThreeCustoms of Production and Life of the Yugur 69
Chapter FourLife Etiquette and Taboos of the Yugur 97
Chapter FiveMarriage Customs of the Yugur 124
Chapter SixFuneral Customs of the Yugur 146
Chapter SevenReligious Beliefs of the Yugur 168
Chapter EightMusic,Dances and Sports of the Yugur 205
Chapter NineFolk Crafts and Medical Treatment of the Yugur 234
Chapter TenThe Language and Proverbs of the Yugur 248
Chapter ElevenMajor Types of the Yugur Folk Literature 257
Chapter TwelveSelections of Folk Tales of the Yugur 303
Bibliography369
Appendix Specific Items of the Yugur Culture381