Why Dance Matters (Why X Matters Series)

By: Mindy Aloff

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Synopsis: A passionate and moving tribute to the captivating power of dance, not just as an art form but as a language that transcends barriers &“A veritable master class.&”—Anne Doventry, Booklist Mindy Aloff, a journalist, an essayist, and a dance critic, analyzes dance as the ultimate expression of human energy and feeling. From her personal anecdotes, her engaging collection of stories about dance from around the world, or her description of the captivating photograph by Helen Levitt of two children dancing, which she sees as one embodiment of the mystery and joy that dancing can evoke, Aloff&’s exploration of the aesthetic, social, and spiritual impacts of dance will prove spellbinding. Aloff takes us on a journey through various forms of dance—rituals, religious observances, storytelling, musical interpretations—to show why dance matters to human beings. Interlaced with personal experiences, this book builds on analysis to reveal the intimate relationship we have with dance—personal, spiritual, soul-searching, medicinal, and entertaining. The ideas speak to both specialist and general readers.

Book Quality:: Publisher Quality
ISBN-13:: 9780300268386
Related ISBNs:: 9780300204520
Publisher:: Yale University Press
Date of Addition:: 01/17/23
Copyrighted By:: Mindy Aloff.
Adult content:: No
Language:: English
Has Image Descriptions:: No
Categories:: History, Entertainment, Nonfiction, Art and Architecture, Philosophy
Submitted By:: Bookshare Staff
Usage Restrictions:: This is a copyrighted book.