Music History, Dance, Elizabeth Wayland Barber

Years in the making, Barber's far-roaming, gracefully interpretive, and sprightly study of European dance will be the go-to resource for many years to come — Booklist More…

Rich with anecdotes and compelling explanations of the origin of many modern customs (such as throwing rice at a bride), Barber's is an informative and amusing read, often bringing together... — Publishers Weekly More…