written by Andrée Grau ; special photography, Andy Crawford.
Revised edition.
72 pages :
illustrations (chiefly color) ;
29 cm.
DK eyewitness books
"Discover the world of dance-- from the magic of ballet to the drama of flamenco"--Cover.
At head of title: Eyewitness.
Includes index.
What is dance? -- Learning to dance -- Ballet class -- Accompaniment to dance -- Keeping time -- Themes and messages -- Telling tales -- Beauty and strength -- Fancy footwear -- Makeup -- Costumes in dance -- Costume design -- Behind a mask -- Dance and worship -- Court dance -- National heritage -- Role reversal -- Something old, something new -- Changes over time -- Groups and shapes -- Dance and community -- Sets for dance -- Behind the scenes -- Famous dancers -- Choreography -- Dance crazes -- Did you know? -- World of dance -- Find out more -- Glossary -- Index.
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Surveys all forms of dance throughout the world, discussing its cultural and social significance, costume, history, and noted dancers and choreographers.