Ballet
Viviana Durante
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Ballet
Published
2018
Pages
359
ISBN-13
9781465474780
ISBN-10
1465474781
Description
Discover more than 70 of the most famous ballet dances, from The Nutcracker and Swan Lake to The Rite of Spring. Learn the stories behind renowned companies such as The Royal Ballet and the Bolshoi Ballet. Explore the lives and achievements of dancers across the centuries, such as Margot Fonteyn, Carlos Acosta, and Darcey Bussell. Meet composers and choreographers, from Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky to Matthew Bourne. From its origins at court and the first national ballet companies, to the contemporary scene and extraordinary venues that stage the productions, this book covers an impressive history of ballet and provides an invaluable overview of the subject. Filled with rarely seen photographs covering all the key figures, pieces, and performances, and compelling facts about each dance--the sources they draw from, their production history, and their reception over time--Ballet: The Definitive Illustrated Story is an essential gift for all ballet enthusiasts.--
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Ballet?
This edition of Ballet has approximately 359 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Ballet?
For most readers, Ballet typically takes between 7h 29m and 4h 59m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 89,750 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 5h 59m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 12 days • Estimated word count: 89,750 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Ballet?
The estimated word count for Ballet is approximately 89,750 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Ballet?
Ballet was written by Viviana Durante.
When was Ballet published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2018. The original work may have been published on a different date.