The Meaning of Tango The Story of the Argentinian Dance

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.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 it's birth in the poverty stricken Buenos Aires, the craze of the early 20th century, right up until it's revival today, thanks to shows such as Strictly Come Dancing. This book offers history, knowledge, teachings and in-sights 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 technically useful.

ISBN:	9781906032166
Publisher:	HarperCollins Publishers
Imprint:	Portico
Published date:	17 Sep 2007
DEWEY:	793.33
DEWEY edition:	22
Language:	English
Number of pages:	206
Weight:	332g
Height:	205mm
Width:	141mm
Spine width:	20mm

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