
1956 First edition hardback 248 pp. III Parts covering Ballet and Modern Dance. 16 pgs of photographic illustrations.
How did the distinct traditions of ballet and modern dance evolve and integrate within the American cultural landscape during the mid-twentieth century? Walter Terry, a prominent dance critic and historian, utilizes his extensive background in performance analysis to document the development of dance in the United States. The text provides a structured historical overview, examining the transition from imported European classical forms to the emergence of uniquely American modern dance movements. By synthesizing critical observation with historical context, Terry establishes a framework for understanding the aesthetic shifts that defined the era.
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Experts recognize this work as a foundational historical document for mid-century American dance criticism. Readers frequently note the accessible prose style which balances technical observation with historical narrative for both scholars and enthusiasts.
Page Count:
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Publication Date:
1956-01-01
Publisher:
Harper and Bros.
ISBN-10:
0060067500
ISBN-13:
9780060067502
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