Meredith Daneman
Margot Fonteyn
- ISBN 13:
- 9780140165302
- author:
- Meredith Daneman
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Penguin Books LTD
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2005
- Pages:
- 704
- Genre:
- Biographies & True Stories
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
Margot Fonteyn: A Life tells the story of one of ballet's most legendary dancers. With her own extensive background in ballet, author Meredith Daneman presents a vivid and sensitive portrayal of Fonteyn's life, drawing upon extensive research, interviews, and exclusive access to personal letters and diaries. This biography offers a unique insight into Fonteyn's private world, including her relationship with her mother, as well as her feelings about her fellow dancers and the men in her life. From her early days as Peggy Hookham to her rise as Prima Ballerina Assoluta, Daneman presents a firsthand account of Fonteyn's remarkable career. With its wealth of new information and personal anecdotes, Margot Fonteyn: A Life is a compelling and engaging read for anyone interested in the world of ballet.