| Author |
Hurok, Sol, 1888-1974 |
| Title |
S. Hurok Presents; A Memoir of the Dance World
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| Original Publication |
United States: Hermitage House,1953.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 57.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Contents |
Prelude: how it all began -- The swan -- Three ladies: not from the Maryinsky -- Sextette -- Three ladies of the Maryinsky; and others -- Tristan and Isolde: Michel and Vera Fokine -- Ballet reborn in America: W. De Basil and his Ballets Russes De Monte Carlo -- Revolution and counter-revolution: Leonide Massine and the New Ballet Russe De Monte Carlo -- What price originality? the original Ballet Russe -- The best of plans ... ballet theatre -- Indecisive interlude: De Basil's farewell and a pair of classical Britons -- Ballet climax; Sadler's Wells and after ... -- Epilogue: unborn tomorrow.
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| Credits |
Tim Lindell, Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from images made available by the HathiTrust Digital Library.)
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| Summary |
"S. Hurok Presents; A Memoir of the Dance World" by Sol Hurok is a memoir written in the mid-20th century. The book offers a personal account filled with anecdotes from the illustrious and turbulent world of dance, detailing the author's experiences as an impresario who played a significant role in popularizing ballet in America. Through Hurok's narrative, readers can expect to explore the lives of prominent figures in dance, such as Anna Pavlova and Isadora Duncan, alongside the behind-the-scenes drama and intrigues that shaped their journeys. The opening of the memoir sets the stage for Hurok's intimate perspective on the dance world, beginning with his reflections on the tumultuous role he played over three decades. Hurok recounts how his passion for dance stemmed from his Russian upbringing, where music and movement were integral to life. He hints at his deep admiration for legendary figures, particularly Anna Pavlova, who was pivotal in introducing ballet to American audiences. The tone suggests a mixture of nostalgia and humor, as Hurok prepares to share not only the triumphs of these artists but also the challenges and often dramatic escapades that defined an extraordinary chapter in dance history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
GV: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Recreation, Leisure
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| Subject |
Ballet -- History
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
68861 |
| Release Date |
Aug 29, 2022 |
| Most Recently Updated |
May 30, 2024 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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