Ballet history. Angels of Apollo

Jennifer Homance Book “History of Ballet. Angels of Apollo ”is one of the most complete encyclopedias in the history of world ballet art, covering the period from its origins to the present. The author talks in detail about how the classical dance in one or another era was born, changed and developed, how the historical context of time was reflected in it. Jennifer Homance is not only a well -known ballet critic, but also a ballerina in the past. “Angels of Apollo ...” is a look from the inside of the profession, in which the excellent knowledge of the subject studied by the author brings through. In his work, Homance traces the evolution of technology, choreography and performance, devoting readers to all the intricacies of ballet art. Each page is saturated with admiration and love of classical dance. “Angels of Apollo” is an authoritative work written with special grace in accordance with its topic