This early work on dancing is a fascinating read for any dance enthusiast. Extensively illustrated with 72 diagrams and photographs to complement comprehensive step-by-step guides to a variety of dance steps. Contents Include: The Quickstep; The Waltz; The Foxtrot; The Tango; Popular Dances; Old Time Dances; Ballroom Novelty Dances and Games; and The Practical Side of Teaching. Many of the earliest books; particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before; are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable; high quality; modern editions; using the original text and artwork.
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Review
0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Practical Instruction in Old Time DancingBy Marvin H. KnodelI downloaded a sample of this book and some of the dances listed in the introduction caught my eye. Unfortunately the only other thing in the sample was a little on the different positions the dancers assume. There should have been dance instructions given for at least one dance and not of just the Waltz (with photos if there are any in this book). In using such a book to learn a new dance I prefer to use a paper edition as I can hold it in my hand or lay it on a table and follow the instructions. Also. there was no indication of a list of music for each dance in this book and where one can purchase this music.I definietly plan to order this book but only as a paper edition. I have learned a few of these dances (and some not listed in this book) years ago and would like to relearn them once again.
