A History of Dancing From the Earliest Ages to Our Own Times

A History of Dancing From the Earliest Ages to Our Own Times is a comprehensive book written by Gaston Vuillier that explores the evolution of dance throughout history. The book covers a wide range of dance forms, including ancient dances, ballet, folk dances, and social dances. It begins with the origins of dance in prehistoric times and follows its development through various cultures and civilizations, including ancient Greece, Rome, and Egypt. The book also discusses the rise of ballet in the 17th and 18th centuries, the emergence of social dances in the 19th century, and the evolution of modern dance in the 20th century. Throughout the book, the author provides detailed descriptions of different dance styles, their origins, and their significance in various cultures. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of dance and its role in shaping human culture.1898. Also included A Sketch of Dancing in England by Joseph Grego. Partial Contents: Sacred Dances; Religious Dances; The Grand Ballet; Dancing in the Great Century; Dancing Under Louis XV; Madeline Guinard; Rustic and Pastoral Dances; Spanish Dances; Modern Greek Dances; Contemporary Dances; Public Balls; Modern Dancing; Brief Survey of the Ballets of this Century; Early History of Dancing in Great Britain; The Jig. Profusely Illustrated.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.