Douglas Kennedy / Helen Kennedy
Librería Samer Atenea
Kálamo Books
Librería Elías (Asturias)
Librería Kolima (Madrid)
Librería Proteo (Málaga)
'Country Dance Book' is an essential collection and instructional guide dedicated to the preservation and practice of traditional English social dance. Compiled by Douglas and Helen Kennedy, prominent figures in the folk revival movement, this work offers a detailed exploration of the steps, figures, and rhythms that define the country dance tradition. The book serves as both a practical manual for dancers and a historical record of a vibrant cultural pastime.The content within 'Country Dance Book' provides clear directions for various traditional dances, ensuring that these communal art forms remain accessible to modern enthusiasts. By documenting the nuances of choreography and the spirit of the folk tradition, the Kennedys contribute significantly to the enduring legacy of English heritage. This volume is a valuable resource for folk historians, dance instructors, and anyone interested in the social customs and rhythmic vitality of English country dancing. Its emphasis on community and historical continuity makes it a cornerstone text for those seeking to understand or perform these timeless dances.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
