JOURNAL ARTICLE

Dance Treasures: Two Books on Modern Dance Nijinksy's Feeling Mind: The Dancer Writes, The Writer Dances by Nicole Svobodny, and: Errand Into the Maze: The Life and Works of Martha Graham by Deborah Jowitt (review).

  • Published In: Modernism/Modernity, 2024, v. 31, n. 4. P. 773 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Zimring, Rishona 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on two significant works related to modern dance: "Nijinsky's Feeling Mind" by Nicole Svobodny and "Errand Into the Maze: The Life and Works of Martha Graham" by Deborah Jowitt. Svobodny's book explores the complexities of Vaslav Nijinsky's writings, particularly his notebooks, emphasizing their literary and philosophical significance rather than solely viewing them through the lens of his mental health struggles. Jowitt's biography of Martha Graham provides an in-depth examination of her life, choreography, and the cultural contexts that shaped her work, highlighting her innovative contributions to modern dance. Both texts contribute to a broader understanding of the cultural history of the twentieth century and the evolution of modern dance as a vital art form. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Modernism/Modernity. 2024/11, Vol. 31, Issue 4, p773
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Biography
  • Publication Date:2024
  • ISSN:1071-6068
  • DOI:10.1353/mod.2024.a961645
  • Accession Number:185813037
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