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National Rhythms, African Roots: The Deep History Of Latin American Popular Dance (Dilogos Series)
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When John Charles Chasteen Learned That Sim?N Bolvar, The Liberator, Danced On A Banquet Table To Celebrate Latin American Independence In 1824, He Tried To Visualize The Scene. How, He Wondered, Did The Liberator Dance? Did He Bounce Stiffly In His Dress Uniform? Or Did He Move His Hips? In Other Words, How High Had African Dance Influences Reached In Latin American Societies? A Vast Social Gap Separated Bolvar From People Of African Descent; However, Chasteen'S Research Shows That Popular Culture Could Bridge The Gap.Fastpaced And Often Funny, This Book Explores The History Of Latin American Popular Dance Before The Twentieth Century. Chasteen First Focuses On Havana, Buenos Aires, And Rio De Janeiro, Where Dances Featuring A Transgressive Close Embrace (Forerunners Of Today'S Salsa, Tango, And Samba) Emerged By 1900. Then, Digging Deeper In Time, Chasteen Uncovers The Historical Experiences That Molded Latin American Popular Dance, Including Carnival Celebrations, The Social Lives Of Slaves, European Fashions, And, Oddly Enough, Religious Processions. The Relationship Between Latin American Dance And Nationalism, It Turns Out, Is Very Deep, Indeed.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'National Rhythms, African Roots'? A: The book explores the history and cultural significance of Latin American popular dance, highlighting the influences of African dance traditions and the social dynamics that shaped these art forms.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'National Rhythms, African Roots' is John Charles Chasteen.
- Q: When was this book published? A: The book was published on January 30, 2004.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages are in 'National Rhythms, African Roots'? A: The book contains 269 pages.
- Q: Is this book in new condition? A: Yes, the book is listed as being in new condition.
- Q: What is the genre of 'National Rhythms, African Roots'? A: The book falls under the genre of Folk & Regional.
- Q: What can readers expect to learn from this book? A: Readers can expect to learn about the historical development of Latin American dance and its connections to cultural and national identity.
- Q: Are there any notable historical events discussed in the book? A: Yes, the book discusses significant events, such as carnival celebrations and the impact of slavery on dance forms in Latin America.
- Q: Does the author include personal anecdotes or humor in the book? A: Yes, John Charles Chasteen employs a fast-paced and often humorous writing style to engage readers.