The Country Dance Book: The Old-Fashioned Square Dance, Its History, Lore, Variations And Its Callers

by Beth Tolman and Ralph Page

The Country Dance Book by Beth Tolman is a comprehensive guide to the old-fashioned square dance, including its history, lore, variations, and the role of callers. The book explores the origins of the square dance and its evolution over time, providing readers with a deep understanding of this traditional American dance form. It covers various types of square dances, including traditional, modern, and western-style, and includes step-by-step instructions for each dance. The book also delves into the cultural significance of square dancing, highlighting its role as a community-building activity and a reflection of American identity. With its detailed descriptions, historical context, and practical advice, The Country Dance Book is an essential resource for anyone interested in learning about or participating in this beloved dance form.Complete And Joyful Instructions.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163191469
• ISBN13: 9781163191460
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 192 Pages
• Weight: 0.58 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"