Publisher's Synopsis
The Second Folk Dance Book is a comprehensive guide to traditional folk dances from various countries around the world, written by Charles Ward Crampton and first published in 1916. The book includes detailed instructions and diagrams for over 100 different dances, including those from England, Scotland, Ireland, Wales, France, Germany, Scandinavia, Russia, and many other countries.The dances are organized by country and type, with separate sections for circle dances, square dances, and couple dances. Each dance is described in detail, with step-by-step instructions for each movement and diagrams showing the positions of the dancers. The book also includes information on the history and cultural significance of each dance, as well as suggestions for music and costumes.In addition to the dance instructions, The Second Folk Dance Book includes a section on teaching folk dances, with tips for organizing classes and working with groups of dancers. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in traditional folk dance, whether as a teacher, performer, or enthusiast.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.
