The document discusses the history of puppetry and dolls in ancient Greece and their cultural significance. It describes how dolls were used in worship and as children's toys. Puppets in ancient Greece were called "nevrospasto" and were moved by strings. The document then outlines the introduction of shadow puppetry from Turkey and glove puppets from Italy in the 19th century. It notes the popularity of puppet shows in Greece in the 20th century and modern European influences on the art form, as well as the founding of the Greek Center of Puppet Theatre.