Dancing Through History: In Search of the Stories That Define Canada by Lori Hen

Description: Dancing Through History by Lori Henry Some people travel to discover a countrys architecture; others to sample its cuisine, or experience its nature. For author Lori Henry, travel is a way to discover a countrys dances. In Dancing Through History, Henry crosses Canadas vast physical and ethnic terrain to uncover how its various cultures have evolved through their dances. Her coast-to-coast journey takes her to Haida Gwaii in British Columbia, where she witnesses the seldom seen animist dances of the islands First Nation people. In the Arctic, Henry partakes in Inuit drum dancing, kept alive by a new generation of Nunavut youth. And in Cape Breton, she uncovers the ancient "step dance" of the once culturally oppressed Gaels of Nova Scotia. During her travels, Henry discovers that dance helps to break down barriers and encourage cooperation between people with a history of injustice. Dance, she finds, can provide key insight into what people value most as a culture, which is often more similar than it seems. It is this kind of understanding that goes beyond our divisive histories and gives us compassion for one another. Lori Henry is a writer and dance anthropologist based in North Vancouver, Canada. She has been dancing since she was two years old. "Beautiful research." - Shelagh Rogers, CBC Radio Ones The Next Chapter "Dancing Through History is a strong pick for travel and culture collections, highly recommended." - The Midwest Book Review "Anyone interested in dance will love this book." - Robin Esrock, Travel Writer and TV Host (Word Travels on National Geographic Channel, Travel Channel), author of The Great Canadian Bucket List "As its title indicates, Dancing Through History looks at how past events have shaped the traditional dances of the countrys immigrant and aboriginal groups. In fact, the book reads less like a travelogue than a study of how Canadas diverse communities-in particular First Nations groups-have struggled to retain their cultures in the face of political challenges." - Carolyn Ali, Travel Editor at The Georgia Straight "If youre a dance lover, Dancing Through History is definitely worth taking a look at. It will teach you more about something you love, but it will also remind you that dance is universal. It crosses boundaries, cultures and ages, and has a way of binding people together in a way that almost nothing else can." - INDUSTRY Dance Magazine FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Some people travel to discover a countrys cuisine, others for the wildlife. Lori Henry travels to learn about a culture through its traditional dances. In Canada, hundreds of ethnicities have made the country their home and Lori crosses the vast terrain to learn how some of their traditions and lifestyles have evolved through dance. She learned about circus dancing with the Cirque du Soleil, Inuit drum dancing and throat singing in Nunavut, step dancing in Gaelic Cape Breton, Highland dancing in New Brunswick, pow wow and hoop dancing in Wikwemikong and Winnipeg, the Metis Red River Jig in Saskatchewan, Ukrainian dancing in Saskatoon and Jasper, ceremonial dances in Haida Gwaii, and witnessed one familys history through dance from the Gitxsan nation. The rhythm of the country is mirrored in the way it dances and Canadas steps parallel the first people and those who immigrated here for a better life. These stories are about much more than dance itself. REVIEWS "Beautiful research." - Shelagh Rogers, CBC Radio Ones The Next Chapter "Dancing Through History is a strong pick for travel and culture collections, highly recommended."- The Midwest Book Review "Anyone interested in dance will love this book." - Robin Esrock, Travel Writer and TV Host (Word Travels on National Geographic Channel, Travel Channel, OLN/City TV) "As its title indicates, Dancing Through History looks at how past events have shaped the traditional dances of the countrys immigrant and aboriginal groups. In fact, the book reads less like a travelogue than a study of how Canadas diverse communities-in particular First Nations groups-have struggled to retain their cultures in the face of political challenges." - Carolyn Ali, Travel Editor at The Georgia Straight "If youre a dance lover, Dancing Through History is definitely worth taking a look at. It will teach you more about something you love, but it will also remind you that dance is universal. It crosses boundaries, cultures and ages, and has a way of binding people together in a way that almost nothing else can." - INDUSTRY Dance Magazine Details ISBN0987689762 Author Lori Henry Pages 208 Language English ISBN-10 0987689762 ISBN-13 9780987689764 Media Book Year 2012 Publication Date 2012-02-21 Imprint Dancing Traveller Publishing Country of Publication Canada Short Title DANCING THROUGH HIST Format Paperback UK Release Date 2012-02-21 Publisher Dancing Traveller Media Subtitle In Search of the Stories That Define Canada DEWEY 792.80971 Illustrations 1, black & white illustrations Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:43754564;

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