Excerpt from Dancing, Ancient and Modern
The principal authorities consulted in compiling this little hand-book are: - History of Dancing, Gaston Vuillier; Dancing, in the Badminton Library, Mrs. Lilly Grove (now Mrs. Frazer); Dancing in All Ages, E. Scott; How to dance the revived Ancient Dances, Ardern Holt; The Morris Book, Cecil Sharp and Herbert McIlwaine; The Romance of Religion, H. and O. Vivian.
The author also wishes to express her indebtedness to Miss Eva Martin for her invaluable assistance in compiling the book and in revising the proofs.
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Excerpt from Dancing, Ancient and Modern
The principal authorities consulted in compiling this little hand-book are: - History of Dancing, Gaston Vuillier; Dancing, in the Badminton Library, Mrs. Lilly Grove (now Mrs. Frazer); Dancing in All Ages, E. Scott; How to dance the revived Ancient Dances, Ardern Holt; The Morris Book, Cecil Sharp and Herbert McIlwaine; The Romance of Religion, H. and O. Vivian.
The author also wishes to express her indebtedness to Miss Eva Martin for her invaluable assistance in compiling the book and in revising the proofs.
About the Publisher
Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com
This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating world of dance, exploring its origins in ancient cultures and its evolution across time. You'll journey through the ages, discovering the profound connections between dance and religion, social life, and even warfare. From the ceremonial dances of the Egyptians, to the war dances of the Maori, to the intricate ballets of the Greeks, the author reveals how dance has served as a powerful means of expression, ritual, and storytelling throughout history. The book's exploration of the sacred dances of the Middle Ages, particularly the intriguing "Carole" and its connection to the Christmas carol tradition, offers a compelling glimpse into the rich interplay of religious belief and artistic expression. Ultimately, this book unveils dance as a universal language, transcending cultures and time, and revealing profound insights into the human experience. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781440044540_0
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