A Short History Of Ballet

A timeless introduction to the elegance, evolution, and enduring artistry of ballet. In A Short History of Ballet, renowned dance historian Cyril W. Beaumont offers a concise yet rich account of ballet’s development from its Renaissance origins in the royal courts of Europe to the grand theatres of the 20th century. With clarity and insight, Beaumont traces the art form’s transformation through key periods, choreographers, and movements, highlighting the cultural shifts that shaped its style and technique. Ideal for students, enthusiasts, and newcomers to dance history, this accessible classic brings to life the figures, companies, and innovations that defined ballet’s legacy—making it an essential primer on one of the world’s most celebrated performing arts.

40 pages.

Old style paper stock with a number of plate, but the plates have nothing on the other side, making there even few words in the book. but otherwise quite an amazing old book with good condition dust cover.

Make a great read for an afternoon in the park and to impress any guests you might have with your taste in books.

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