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A fascinating exploration of an ancient system of beliefs and its links to the evolution of dance.

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"Rich with anecdotes and compelling explanations of the origin of many modern customs (such as throwing rice at a bride), Barber's is an informative and amusing read, often bringing together many diverse sources—traditional stories, illustrations of artifacts, and aspects of popular culture—into an illuminating whole that will serve as a nice introduction for those unfamiliar with the topic, and a valuable reference for scholars of European dance and folklore." -- Publishers Weekly

The Dancing Goddesses

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    A Hardback by Elizabeth Wayland Barber

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      Publisher: WW Norton & Co
      Publication Date: Publication Date: 19/03/2013
      ISBN13: 9780393065367, 978-0393065367
      ISBN10: 0393065367

      Description

      Book Synopsis
      A fascinating exploration of an ancient system of beliefs and its links to the evolution of dance.

      Trade Review
      "Rich with anecdotes and compelling explanations of the origin of many modern customs (such as throwing rice at a bride), Barber's is an informative and amusing read, often bringing together many diverse sources—traditional stories, illustrations of artifacts, and aspects of popular culture—into an illuminating whole that will serve as a nice introduction for those unfamiliar with the topic, and a valuable reference for scholars of European dance and folklore." -- Publishers Weekly

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