Photograph of Lamkang [vausen knik] a mekhela wrap around worn by Lamkang women. This designed is from Sankhil Thamnung Tholungnu, of Thamlakhuren in 1970s. This piece is woven by Tony Khular in 1990.

Recording of visitors discussing the local church and history.

Recording of informal conversation when friends come to visit Thangpuii

Recording of a conversation with a child.

Recording of a personal letter to a family member who is traveling.

Recording of a letter to Thangi's parents discussing plans for Christmas.

Recording of a personal letter from Liandala to his son Lianzuala who was away studying in the US. The letter describes what is going on with the family, the children, and the farm.

Recording of a personal letter from Liandala to his son Lianzuala who was studying in the US. The letter describes what is going on with the family, the children, and the farm. It also includes two songs he composed: one about one of his schools where he worked as a headmaster; the second, called "Brig Thenphunga Sikul", honors the person who provided for the establishment of a new school in Zohnuai, where a school was badly needed.

Recording of a Mizo speaker talking about their father.

Recording of Lalnunthangi Chhangte's family friend contributing to the letter to a traveling family member.

Recording of John 11:11 translated into Mizo. Liandala is singing the translation to a melody that he composed.

Recording of children singing and reciting the alphabet.

Recording of Pi Berhi singing hymns. Another Mizo speaker can be heard on the recording remarking that Pi is singing the hymns wrong.

Recording of a church service in Mizoram.

Recording of a radio broadcast including multiple songs.

Recording of Liandala performing a song he composed regarding the origins of Mizos, who believe they came out of a rock called 'Chhinlung.'

Recording of the Mizos of Tezpur singing in Tezpur, Assam. These songs are in the zaikhawm hla style, which is a group singing style. zai means "to sing", khawm means "together," hla means "song". This type of music is often sung after a big meal or event, such as funerals or Christmas celebrations. People often get up and dance during these performances. . A second drum can also be heard.

Silhouette of an Akha woman swinging on the village swing.

Mother and children in traditional Akha clothing including headdresses and jewelry. At this time, it was more common for young Akha girls to wear traditional clothing, while boys wore Western clothing.

Traditional Akha houses.

Dogs outside a traditional Akha house.

Traditional Akha houses.

View of mountains from Akha village.

Akha children bathing in river.