The Art Of Dancing: Explained By Reading And Figures (1735)

By Kellom Tomlinson

The Art of Dancing: Explained by Reading and Figures is a book written by Kellom Tomlinson and published in 1735. The book is a guide to the art of dancing, providing detailed instructions on how to dance various styles, including country dances, minuets, and French dances. The book is divided into three parts. The first part provides an introduction to the art of dancing, including the history of dance and the importance of proper posture and footwork. The second part is a series of diagrams and illustrations that show the steps and movements of the various dances. The third part includes instructions on how to lead and follow in a dance, as well as tips for proper etiquette and behavior on the dance floor. Tomlinson's book was one of the first of its kind to use diagrams and illustrations to explain the steps and movements of dance, making it a valuable resource for dancers and dance instructors alike. The Art of Dancing has since become a classic text in the field of dance, and its influence can still be seen in modern dance instruction.In Two Books.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: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 116567906X
• ISBN13: 9781165679065
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 256 Pages
• Weight: 1.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 8.3" x 11.0"