This book covers all aspects of current dance courses, including A-level and diplomas. There is particular emphasis on the social and cultural context of dance, to provide students with the basis for understanding dance.

This comprehensive and up-to-date dictionary provides all the information necessary for dance fans to navigate the diverse dance scene of the 21st century. It includes entries ranging from classical ballet to the cutting edge of modern dance.

Encouraging children to recognize their unique strengths and learn to appreciate diversity, the books in this series define and explore aspects of each activity and the variety within. Chapter headings are designed as child-friendly questions to help children focus and learn.

Leave it all on the floor.. Queen of Latin Ballroom, Shirley Ballas has a spectacular dance career spanning over 40 years - she has Cha-Cha'd her way across the world's dance floors to become a multi-award-winning ballroom champion and one of the most renowned dancers in the world. In 1996, Shirley retired from competitive dancing to become a highly-acclaimed coach and now holds the enviable position of Head Judge on BBC One's prime time show Strictly...

More people enjoy dance today than ever before. It ranges from classical ballet to avant-garde modern dance. Susan Au's text covers the whole subject, describing performers of the past as well as exploring in detail the dance world of today.

'Teaching Dance Studies' features contributions from eminent figures, including Bill Evans, a specialist in Laban/Bartenieff studies, Ilene Fox, head of the Dance Notation Bureau and Susan Foster, one of the leading dance theoreticians in the country.

This series features a range of sports and hobbies, offering all the information budding enthusiasts will need to participate. Each title features information such as clothing and equipment, step-by-step skills and techniques, and how to take the activity further, either by joining clubs or signing up for lessons.

Written as a practical guide to Scottish ceilidh dancing and to promote the work of the Royal Scottish Country Dance Society. One of the most influential books of ceilidh dances ever, compiled by Jean Milligan and illustrated by Irene Stewart. These dances were a collection of the most significant and influential traditional Scottish dances in 1950s and many are still widely danced today. Popular traditional dances are featured, such as 'Dashing White...

Set in the Depression of the 1930s Horace McCoy's classic American novel portrays the dark side of the marathon dance craze, which flourished at that time.

Brian Winter explores the soul of Argentina through its most famous export: the tango. He explains the country's obsession with the dance, telling of his adventures in the sexy, over-caffeinated late-night world of Buenos Aires' tango halls.