Brookes on Modern Dancing: Containing a Full Description of All Dances, as Practiced in the Ball Room and at Private Parties (1866)

Brookes On Modern Dancing is a comprehensive guide to all the popular dances of the mid-19th century. Written by Laurence De Garmo Brookes and first published in 1866, the book provides detailed descriptions and instructions for performing dances such as the waltz, polka, quadrille, and many others. The author emphasizes the importance of proper etiquette and behavior in the ballroom and offers advice on dress, deportment, and social graces. The book is aimed at both amateur and professional dancers and includes diagrams and illustrations to aid in learning the steps. Brookes On Modern Dancing is a fascinating glimpse into the world of dance in the Victorian era and a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of social dance.Together With An Essay On Etiquette.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.