City Folk English Country Dance and the Politics of the Folk in Modern America |
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| Author:
| Walkowitz, Daniel J. |
| Series title: | NYU Series in Social and Cultural Analysis Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-0-8147-9469-2 |
| Publication Date: | Apr 2010 |
| Publisher: | New York University Press
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| Book Format: | Hardback |
| List Price: | AUD $193.00 |
Book Description:
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Presents the story of English Country Dance, from its 18th century roots in the English cities and countryside, to its transatlantic leap to the US in the 20th century, told by not only a renowned historian but also a folk dancer, who has both immersed himself in the rich history of the folk tradition and rehearsed its steps.
Presents the story of English Country Dance, from its 18th century roots in the English cities and countryside, to its transatlantic leap to the US in the 20th century, told by not only a renowned historian but also a folk dancer, who has both immersed himself in the rich history of the folk tradition and rehearsed its steps.