Publisher's Synopsis
""Come Dance With Me"" is a memoir written by Ninette DeValois, a renowned British dancer, choreographer, and founder of the Royal Ballet. The book covers her life from her birth in 1898 to her retirement in 1956. DeValois shares her experiences as a young dancer, her struggles to establish herself in the male-dominated world of ballet, and her eventual success as a choreographer and artistic director. She also writes about her personal life, including her marriage to the composer Arthur Bliss and her relationships with other dancers and artists. The book provides a fascinating insight into the world of ballet during the early 20th century, and the challenges faced by those who dedicated their lives to this art form. It is a must-read for anyone interested in dance, history, or the lives of remarkable women.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.
