Isbn: 9781334857430 - léontine beaugrand (classic reprint) (3 résultats)

PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This 19th-century biography chronicles the life and career of French ballet dancer LÃ ontine Beaugrand. The author, an established dance critic of this period, narrates Beaugrand's humble beginnings, her relentless work ethic, and the numerous obstacles she faced in her rise to stardom. Beaugrand's genius lay in her ability to convey emotion through her mastery of classical ballet techniques, an art form she tirelessly championed even as the dance world began to embrace more sensationalist styles. Despite many setbacks, she reigned supreme at the Paris Opera until persistent underestimation and mismanagement drove her into a premature retirement. This insightful biography celebrates Beaugrand's invaluable contribution to the legacy of French dance, as well as her unwavering dedication to artistic integrity. 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.…