Hardcover: 224 pages
Publisher: Anova Books May 28, 2008
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1906032165
ISBN-13: 978-1906032166
Product Dimensions:
7.8 x 5.4 x 1.1 inches
Shipping Weight: 12.6 ounces
Product Description
From the backstreets of Buenos Aires to Parisian high society, this is the riveting story of the dance that captivated the world—a tale of politics and passion, immigration, and romance. The Meaning of Tango traces the development of the dance, from its birth in poverty-stricken Buenos Aires, through the craze of the early 20th century, right up to its recent revival today thanks to Broadway shows such as Tango Argentino. It also explains the techniques behind the dance and shows why mastering the tango is more like learning a language than a routine. For beginners or experts, dancers or armchair fans, this wonderful book is the perfect partner for enjoying the world's favorite dance.
About The Author
Christine Denniston is a former theater director who has been teaching the tango for more than 20 years and was the first non-Argentinian to teach the dance in Buenos Aires.
