02711cam a22003493u 4500 66449 UtSlPG 20260610134531.0 m cr n 260607r2021||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d a12000808 UtSlPG en iso639-1 GV Flitch, J. E. Crawford (John Ernest Crawford), 1881-1946 Modern dancing and dancers Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2021 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2021-10-02 The ancient and modern attitude towards the dance -- The rise of the ballet -- The heyday of the ballet -- The decline of the ballet -- The Skirt Dance -- The Serpentine Dance -- The high kickers -- The revival of classical dancing -- The imperial Russian ballet -- The repertory of the Russian ballet -- The Russian dancers -- The English ballet -- Oriental and Spanish dancing -- The revival of the Morris Dance -- The future of the dance. Turgut Dincer, Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) Updated: 2023-02-01. "Modern Dancing and Dancers" by J. E. Crawford Flitch is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the evolution and significance of dance as an artistic expression, particularly focusing on the ballet and its renowned dancers throughout history. It assesses the shifts in societal attitudes towards dance and its role in cultural practices, shedding light on both celebrated and lesser-known figures in the dance world. At the start of the book, the author reflects on the historical perception of dance, emphasizing its cultural importance and how it has been viewed both as a serious art form and a frivolous pastime. The introduction outlines the contemporary renaissance in dance, hinting at various notable dancers who emerged during the early 20th century. The opening also notes the complexities of critiquing dance as an art form, touching on themes such as emotional expression and the relationship between the dancer and their craft, suggesting that the book will delve into the deeper meanings and nuances of dance in modern society. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Dance Ballet Dancers https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/66449 107271 107271