Publisher's Synopsis
"The Modern Revival of Dancing as Art" is a 1912 work by Caroline and Charles H. Caffin. It explores in detail the history and development of dance as an art form, as well as the various popular dances that have developed throughout history. This fascinating volume will appeal to all lovers of dance and is not to be missed by those with an interest in its history and origins. Contents include: "Origin of the Dance", "Isadora Duncan", "Maud Allan", "Ruth St. Denis", "Evolution of the Ballet", "Classical Ballet", "Genee", "Russian Dance-Drama", "Mordkin", "Pavlowa", "Sacchetto", "Court Dances", "Weisenthal", "Eccentric Dancing", and "Folk Dancing". Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on dance.
