1951 first editon: "Second Printing June, 1951"; Alfred A. Knopf publishers; hardbound; very good condition of book; wonderful b/w photos; no dust jacket.
 
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For the beginner of any age, this explains the basic ballet positions and practice methods, tells how a ballet is created and summarizes ballets that appeal to children. Included is a dictionary of ballet terms along with 100 photographs and charts.