The wicked waltz and other scandalous dances
Subtitle: outrage at couple dancing in the 19th and early 20th centuries
By: Mark A. Knowles.
Publisher: McFarland & Co.
Published: 2009
Place of publication: Jefferson, N.C
Language: eng
Number of pages: 262
ISBN-13: 9780786437085
Subjects: Ballroom dancing -- History -- 19th century; Ballroom dancing -- History -- 20th century; Ballroom dancing -- Social aspects -- History -- 19th century; Ballroom dancing -- Social aspects -- History -- 20th century
Description: "The book opens with a brief overview of anti-dance sentiment from around the fourth century to the present day. The waltz, perhaps the most beloved and most maligned social dance to come out of this period. It then explores the Charleston, the Tango, and Ragtime dances such as the Turkey Trot, Grizzly Bear, and Bunny Hug"--Provided by publisher.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.