Currently reading
In the Shadow of Blackbirds
The Worst Hard Time: The Untold Story of Those Who Survived the Great American Dust Bowl
Invitation to Ballet: A Celebration of Dance and Degas
An excellent introduction to the history and basic elements of ballet with drawings by Rachel Isadora and art by Degas. A crossover book for the art and beginning ballet student market, it balances information about positions, costumes, performances and famous ballets with art appreciation. A bibliography of famous dancers, choreographers, composers, patrons, and artists is included. A Metropolitan Museum of Art book.
