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A complete practical guide to the art of dancing. Containing descriptions of all fashionable and approved dances, full d

by Thomas Hillgrove

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""A Complete Practical Guide To The Art Of Dancing"" by Thomas Hillgrove is a comprehensive guide to various styles of dancing that were popular in the late 19th century. The book covers everything from the basic steps and movements of popular dances like the waltz, quadrille, and polka, to more advanced techniques for the cotillion and other ballroom dances.The guide also includes detailed instructions for proper posture, footwork, and partnering techniques, as well as tips for mastering the various rhythms and musical styles that accompany each dance. In addition, Hillgrove provides historical context for each dance style, explaining its origins and evolution over time.Throughout the book, Hillgrove emphasizes the importance of practice and repetition in order to master the art of dancing. He also offers advice on etiquette and social graces, such as how to properly ask for a dance and how to behave on the dance floor.Overall, ""A Complete Practical Guide To The Art Of Dancing"" provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of 19th century dance, and serves as a valuable resource for anyone interested in learning about the history and techniques of ballroom dancing.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.… (more)
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""A Complete Practical Guide To The Art Of Dancing"" by Thomas Hillgrove is a comprehensive guide to various styles of dancing that were popular in the late 19th century. The book covers everything from the basic steps and movements of popular dances like the waltz, quadrille, and polka, to more advanced techniques for the cotillion and other ballroom dances.The guide also includes detailed instructions for proper posture, footwork, and partnering techniques, as well as tips for mastering the various rhythms and musical styles that accompany each dance. In addition, Hillgrove provides historical context for each dance style, explaining its origins and evolution over time.Throughout the book, Hillgrove emphasizes the importance of practice and repetition in order to master the art of dancing. He also offers advice on etiquette and social graces, such as how to properly ask for a dance and how to behave on the dance floor.Overall, ""A Complete Practical Guide To The Art Of Dancing"" provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of 19th century dance, and serves as a valuable resource for anyone interested in learning about the history and techniques of ballroom dancing.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.

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