The document discusses prehistoric periods and garments from prehistoric times. It covers 3 main periods: 1) The Paleolithic Period from 2.5 million years ago to 10,000 years ago, where civilization involved fishing, hunting and tool use. Garments were used for warmth and were made from skins, furs and leather using flint tools. 2) The Mesolithic Period from 10,000 years ago, where agriculture emerged and tools advanced. Garments served decorative purposes in addition to warmth and tools improved. 3) The Neolithic Period from 10,000 to 5,000/2,000 years ago, where pottery, textiles, agriculture and animal husbandry developed and