Ballet

By Anatole Chujoy

Book Overview

""Ballet"" by Anatole Chujoy is a comprehensive guide to the history, technique, and artistry of ballet. The book covers the origins of ballet in the courts of Renaissance Europe, its evolution into a theatrical art form, and its development into a global phenomenon. Chujoy provides detailed descriptions of the various styles and techniques of ballet, including classical, neoclassical, and contemporary, and offers insight into the training and careers of ballet dancers. The book also includes profiles of some of the most famous ballets and choreographers, such as Swan Lake, The Nutcracker, George Balanchine, and Martha Graham. With over 400 illustrations, including photographs, drawings, and diagrams, ""Ballet"" is an essential resource for anyone interested in the world of dance.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120107490
• ISBN13: 9781120107497
• Release Date: August 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 148 Pages
• Weight: 0.86 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"