DK Eyewitness Books: Dance
DK Eyewitness Books: Dance

Author: Andre Grau

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2005-04-11

Total Pages: 74

ISBN-13: 0756667828

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DK Eyewitness Books: Dance is an original and exciting new guide to the magic and beauty of dance around the world. Step-by-step sequences and glorious full-color photographs offer a unique "eyewitness" view of dance traditions including the magical performances, stunning costumes, and extraordinary talent of dancers. See a ballet costume designed by Picasso, dancers who balance on stilts, and headdresses studded with gemstones. Discover why Javanese dancers "flow like water", the stories of the great classical ballets, see dance crazes from the last 100 years, and much, much more. The most trusted nonfiction series on the market, Eyewitness Books provide an in-depth, comprehensive look at their subjects with a unique integration of words and pictures.

Eyewitness Dance
Eyewitness Dance

Author: Andrée Grau

Publisher: Dk Pub

Published: 2005

Total Pages: 72

ISBN-13: 9780756610654

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Surveys all forms of dance throughout the world, discussing its cultural and social significance, costume, history, and noted dancers and choreographers.

Ballet
Ballet

Author: DK

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2019-01-15

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 1465483497

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This DK visual guide to ballet history goes beyond other ballet books, with beautiful photography that captures famous dancers and key stories. Discover more than 70 of the most famous ballet dances, from The Nutcracker and Swan Lake to The Rite of Spring. Learn the stories behind renowned companies such as The Royal Ballet and the Bolshoi Ballet. Explore the lives and achievements of dancers across the centuries, such as Margot Fonteyn, Carlos Acosta, and Darcey Bussell. Meet composers and choreographers, from Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky to Matthew Bourne. From its origins at court and the first national ballet companies, to the contemporary scene and extraordinary venues that stage the productions, this book covers an impressive history of ballet and provides an invaluable overview of the subject. Filled with rarely seen photographs covering all the key figures, pieces, and performances, and compelling facts about each dance--the sources they draw from, their production history, and their reception over time--Ballet: The Definitive Illustrated Story is an essential gift for all ballet enthusiasts.

Dance
Dance

Author: Michael Tambini

Publisher:

Published: 1995-04-01

Total Pages:

ISBN-13: 9780789464866

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Dance
Dance

Author: Dorling Kindersley

Publisher: Dorling Kindersley

Published: 2003-06-05

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780751364873

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From flamboyant flamenco to the ballet, Swan Lake, discover the different aspects of dance including costume, make-up, storytelling and musical accompaniment. In-depth facts and stunning photographs make this a perfect resource for projects, reference and discovery.

Shells
Shells

Author: DK

Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd

Published: 2022-03-03

Total Pages: 258

ISBN-13: 0241605318

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The clearest and sharpest recognition guide to over 500 species of seashell from around the world Authoritative text, crystal-clear photography, and a systematic approach make this the most comprehensive and concise e-guide to seashells of the world. Includes more than 600 full-colour photographs of over 500 species of seashells, this handy reference ebook is designed to cut through the complex process of identification and make it accessible to the average reader. Expertly written and thoroughly vetted, each species entry combines a precise description with annotated photographs to highlight each shell's characteristics and distinguishing features. The entry always includes a distribution map, showing the geographical range of the species, as well as at-a-glance key facts. Includes detailed information on the shape of each genus, differences between the major classes, and more, this is the clearest identification e-guide to seashells for beginners and established enthusiasts alike.

DK Eyewitness Books: Aztec, Inca & Maya
DK Eyewitness Books: Aztec, Inca & Maya

Author: DK

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2011-08-15

Total Pages: 74

ISBN-13: 075668952X

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DK Eyewitness: Aztec, Inca, and Maya is a spectacular and informative guide to the rise and fall of the pre-Columbian cultures of the Aztecs, Incas, and Mayas, who built vast empires and left behind a legacy of mystery and wonder. Amazing color photographs offer your child a unique "eyewitness" view of these incredible civilizations. Show your child how jewelry was made, and learn what kind of food the Aztecs ate, how the Incas built their homes, and how the Mayan calendar worked. They'll also discover the secrets of the Inca stonemasons, the rites of passage every warrior had to face, and ceremonies for human sacrifice.

Woodland Dance!
Woodland Dance!

Author: Sandra Boynton

Publisher: Workman Publishing

Published: 2021-09-28

Total Pages: 24

ISBN-13: 152351468X

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With the moose on the cell and the deer on the violin, the woodland dance is about to to begin.