Dancing Across Borders
The American Fascination with Exotic Dance Forms
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ISBN-13:
9780786437849
Veröffentl:
2008
Einband:
Paperback
Erscheinungsdatum:
01.04.2008
Seiten:
232
Autor:
Anthony Shay
Gewicht:
383 g
Format:
229x152x14 mm
Sprache:
Englisch
Beschreibung:
This study describes and analyzes the phenomenal popularity of exotic dance forms in America. Throughout the twentieth century and especially since 1950, millions have begun learning and performing various Balkan dances, the tango, and other Latin American dances, along with the classical dances of India, Japan, and Indonesia. Most studies in dance ethnography and anthropology have focused specifically on dancing in the field, or the dancing that native dancers do. This study, by contrast, examines the ways in which ethnic dancing has allowed many Americans to create more exciting, exotic and romantic identities. The author describes the uniquely American enthusiasm for exotic dances, and cites specific deficiencies in the U.S. cultural identity that have led many people to seek new feelings and experiences through exotic dance genres.
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