The Meaning Of Tango: The Story of the Argentinian Dance
(Paperback)
Publishing Details
The Meaning Of Tango: The Story of the Argentinian Dance
By (Author) Christine Denniston
HarperCollins Publishers
Pavilion
1st December 2025
11th September 2025
United Kingdom
Classifications
General
Non Fiction
Ballroom dancing
Popular culture
Other performing arts
History of Performing Arts
Dancers / choreographers
Social and cultural history
Cultural studies: customs and traditions
Social and cultural anthropology
The arts: general topics
793.33
Physical Properties
Paperback
224
Width 129mm, Height 198mm, Spine 14mm
270g
Description
From the backstreets of Buenos Aires to Parisian high society, this is the extraordinary story of the dance that captivated the world a tale of politics and passion, immigration and romance.
The Tango was the cornerstone of Argentine culture, and has lasted for more than a hundred years, popular today in America, Japan and Europe. 'The Meaning of Tango' traces the roots of this captivating dance, from it's birth in the poverty stricken Buenos Aires, the craze of the early 20th century, right up until it's revival today, thanks to shows such as Strictly Come Dancing. This book offers history, knowledge, teachings and in-sights which makes it valuable for beginners, yet its in-depth analysis makes it essential for experienced dancers. It is an elegant and cohesive critique of the fascinating tale of the Tango, which not only documents its culture and politics, but is also technically useful.
Author Bio
Christine Denniston has been teaching the Tango since 1993. She lived in Argentina in the 1990s, and has appeared on both television and radio as a tango expert.
