A topical overview of Western Europe, touching on legends, the effect of Christianity, the impact of the printing press, industrialization, the atmosphere preceding World War II, the rule of the Marshall Plan, and the Common Market. Also considers such issues as unemployment, drugs, the role of women, and the threat of nuclear war.

Discusses the history of the Middle East. Contrasts old ways with the new in agriculture, industry, etc. in emphasizing the changing image of this part of the world.

This 1978 filmstrip is a two-part adaptation of Mary Shelley's science-fiction take on the Gothic novel. It features more than 150 unique and gorgeous hand-drawn illustrations across both filmstrips in the set. This first part of the two-filmstrip set chronicles the story up until Victor's encounter of the creature in the Alps, leaving a first-time viewer to wonder if Victor will keep his promise.