Meredith Daneman

Margot Fonteyn

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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:
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£16.58

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.

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