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Denniston Christine
The Meaning Of Tango The Story Of The Argentinian Dance
The Meaning Of Tango The Story Of The Argentinian Dance
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Description: From the backstreets of Buenos Aires to Parisian high society this is the extraordinary story of the dance that captivated the world a tale of politics and passion immigration and romance. As neat and comprehensive an account of both Tango history and technique as you could possibly want in one place. Fascinating fun and very deftly done. Donald Hutera dance critic for The Times The Tango was the cornerstone of Argentine culture and has lasted for more than a hundred years popular today in America Japan and Europe. The Meaning of Tango traces the roots of this captivating dance from its birth in poverty - stricken Buenos Aires the craze of the early twentieth century right up until its revival today thanks to shows such as Strictly Come Dancing. This book offers history knowledge teachings and insights which makes it valuable for beginners yet its in - depth analysis makes it essential for experienced dancers. It is an elegant and cohesive critique of the fascinating tale of the Tango which not only documents its culture and politics but is also a fantastically useful guide to the techniques.
Title: The Meaning Of Tango The Story Of The Argentinian Dance
Author(s): Denniston Christine
Publisher: Harpercollins Publishers
Barcode: 9780008725068
Pages: 224 Pages
Publication Date: 12/23/2025
Category: Social & Cultural Anthropology, Ethnography
Description: From the backstreets of Buenos Aires to Parisian high society this is the extraordinary story of the dance that captivated the world a tale of politics and passion immigration and romance. As neat and comprehensive an account of both Tango history and technique as you could possibly want in one place. Fascinating fun and very deftly done. Donald Hutera dance critic for The Times The Tango was the cornerstone of Argentine culture and has lasted for more than a hundred years popular today in America Japan and Europe. The Meaning of Tango traces the roots of this captivating dance from its birth in poverty - stricken Buenos Aires the craze of the early twentieth century right up until its revival today thanks to shows such as Strictly Come Dancing. This book offers history knowledge teachings and insights which makes it valuable for beginners yet its in - depth analysis makes it essential for experienced dancers. It is an elegant and cohesive critique of the fascinating tale of the Tango which not only documents its culture and politics but is also a fantastically useful guide to the techniques.
Title: The Meaning Of Tango The Story Of The Argentinian Dance
Author(s): Denniston Christine
Publisher: Harpercollins Publishers
Barcode: 9780008725068
Pages: 224 Pages
Publication Date: 12/23/2025
Category: Social & Cultural Anthropology, Ethnography