Publisher's Synopsis
Elephant Dance is a fascinating memoir written by Frances Hubbard Flaherty, the wife of Robert Flaherty, a renowned filmmaker. The book takes readers on a journey through the couple's travels in India during the early 1930s, where they lived among the locals and captured the essence of the country's culture and traditions.Frances vividly describes her experiences living in India, from the bustling streets of Bombay to the serene landscapes of the countryside. She shares her encounters with the people she met, including the Maharajahs and the common folk, and the cultural customs and traditions that she observed.The book also provides a glimpse into the life of Robert Flaherty, the filmmaker behind the acclaimed documentary, Nanook of the North. Frances shares intimate details about their marriage, their creative partnership, and their shared passion for capturing the beauty of the world through film.Elephant Dance is a captivating memoir that offers a unique view of India during a time of great change and upheaval. It is a must-read for anyone interested in travel, culture, and the art of filmmaking.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.
