The code of Terpsichore : the art of dancing, comprising its theory and practice, and a history of its rise and progress, from the earliest times ... /

Abstract

This is one of several books written by Italian dancer, choreographer, and writer Blasis (1803-1878). It covers the history and theory of dance, pantomime, the composition of ballets, and contains a section devoted to social dances entitled "private dancing."On spine: Code of Terpsichore. By C. Blasis ... With seventeen plates; illustrating upwards of sixty positions. With original quadrilles and waltzes. Arranged for the piano-forte."Programmes, containing examples of every species of ballets. Composed by C. Blasis": p. 259-484.L.C. copy imperfect: t.-p. wanting; title supplied from the Catalogue of the Bibliothèque nationale. DL