This is the second volume of a two-volume history of puppets in Europe, notable for its inclusion of eastern as well as western countries of Europe. It covers the period from the rise of Modernism to the present day, a period of extraordinary growth in theatrical puppetry. Organization of the presentation is in eight detailed sections on modernist initiatives, essential values, support and oppression, inheritance old and new, new languages, catching up with modern art, a united landscape, and favored genres. The author is considered an authority on European puppetry and is currently preparing a World Encyclopedia on Puppetry Arts. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.