Shay, Anthony
Dancing Across Borders: The American Fascination with Exotic Dance Forms
- ISBN 13:
- 9780786437849
- author:
- Shay, Anthony
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- McFarland
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2008
- Pages:
- 231
- Genre:
- Folk dancing
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 20 working days
Description
Dancing Across Borders: The American Fascination with Exotic Dance Forms by Anthony Shay This study explores the enduring popularity of exotic dance forms in America. From the 1950s onwards, millions have taken up various Balkan dances, the tango, and Latin American styles, as well as classical dances from India, Japan, and Indonesia. Unlike traditional studies of dance ethnography and anthropology, which focus on "dancing in the field," this book examines how ethnic dancing has enabled Americans to create new identities. The author delves into the uniquely American enthusiasm for exotic dances, revealing the cultural deficiencies that have driven people to seek new experiences through these genres. By analyzing this phenomenon, Shay sheds light on the ways in which dance has become an integral part of American identity. With 231 pages and a paperback binding, Dancing Across Borders offers a fascinating insight into the world of exotic dance in America.
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