San Antonio College Library

Authored by one of the ballet's most respected experts, this volume includes scene-by-scene retellings of the most popular classic and contemporary ballets, as performed by the world's leading dance companies. Certain to delight long-time fans as well as those just discovering the beauty and drama of ballet.

Starts with a brief history of ballet, with brief paragraphs on some of the trend-setting choreographers. Outlines the plots of over 120 ballets (arranged alphabetically by title) and identifies key musical motifs. Includes a "selective discography".