Morris dancing, one of the more peculiar of the English folk customs, has been greatly misunderstood. In The History of Morris Dancing, 1458-1750 John Forrest analyses a wealth of evidence to show that Morris dancing does not, as is often assumed, have pagan or ancient origins. He examines early documentation to draw Morris traditions into the wide area of communal custom and public celebrations, showing the passage of dance ideas between groups previously considered folklorically distinct. Careful, detailed and encyclopaedic, The History of Morris Dancing, 1458-1750, is an essential reference work for specialists in English drama and social historians of the period, as well as offering fascinating insight for those who enjoy Morris dancing.

Morris dancing, one of the more peculiar of the English folk customs, has been greatly misunderstood. In The History of Morris Dancing, 1458-1750 John Forrest analyses a wealth of evidence to show that Morris dancing does not, as is often assumed, have pagan or ancient origins. He examines early documentation to draw Morris traditions into the wide area of communal custom and public celebrations, showing the passage of dance ideas between groups previously considered folklorically distinct. Careful, detailed and encyclopaedic, The History of Morris Dancing, 1458-1750, is an essential reference work for specialists in English drama and social historians of the period, as well as offering fascinating insight for those who enjoy Morris dancing.

Diez historias de vida de mujeres que le danzan y cantan a la virgen del Carmen en el pueblo de La Tirana. Continuidades y transformaciones de una práctica religiosa mariana que se vive desde los cuerpos y experiencias de estas mujeres de diversos bailes, diferentes edades y variados contextos.

The idea that morris dancing captures the essence of ancient Englishness, inherently carefree and merry, has been present for over four hundred years. The Ancient English Morris Dance traces the history of those attitudes, from the dances introduction to England in the fifteenth century, through the contention of the Reformation and Civil War, during which morris dancing and maypoles became potent symbols of the older ways of living. Thereafter it developed and diversified, neglected and disdained, until antiquaries began to take an interest in its history, leading to its re-invention as emblematic of Victorian concepts of Merrie England in the nineteenth century. The quest for authentic understanding of what that meant led to its revival at the beginning of the twentieth century, but that was predicated on the perception of it as part of Englands declining rural past, to the neglect of the one area (the industrial north-west) where it continued to flourish. The revival led in turn to its further evolution into the multitude of forms and styles in which it may be encountered today.

Este relato fotográfico ilustra el tema del Flamenco de calle de manera subjetiva y narrativa. Tuve la suerte de ser aceptado por dos cuadros de artistas maravillosos en Granada. « Una buena y origin

Nathaniel Bright Emersons Unwritten Literature of Hawaii delves into the rich oral traditions and storytelling techniques of Hawaiian culture. Through meticulous research and firsthand accounts, Emerson explores how Hawaiian tales were passed down through generations without the need for a written language, highlighting the importance of orality in preserving cultural heritage. Drawing on a mix of folk tales, myths, and historical accounts, this book offers a comprehensive look at the unwritten literature of Hawaii, shedding light on the unique literary style and cultural context of these narratives. Emersons work serves as a valuable resource for scholars and enthusiasts interested in indigenous storytelling traditions and the intersection of orality and literature. Nathaniel Bright Emerson, a respected ethnologist and anthropologist, was deeply committed to studying and preserving the cultural practices of Hawaii. His background in Hawaiian studies and his passion for oral storytelling led him to compile this seminal work on the unwritten literature of Hawaii. By capturing these narratives in written form, Emerson ensures that future generations can appreciate and learn from this vital aspect of Hawaiian culture. For readers interested in Hawaiian folklore, oral traditions, or literature, Unwritten Literature of Hawaii is a must-read. Emersons insightful analysis and extensive research offer a unique window into the rich storytelling traditions of the Hawaiian islands, making this book an essential addition to any library of Pacific literature and cultural studies.

Lo más sorprendente de Enrique el Cojo es su talento para superar las dificultades, lo que le permitió convertirse en maestro del baile flamenco a pesar de su cojera, secuela de una enfermedad infantil. Artista por medio mundo y picaro, dirigio una academia durante años a la que acudian turistas, personajes relevantes de la sociedad sevillana y profesionales, que ejercio una importante influencia en bailaoras como Manuela Vargas o Cristina Hoyos.

En este libro se muestra el lenguaje del movimiento en las danzas folklóricas valencianas: Les Danses y la Dansà. Se profundiza en la importancia de transmitir este discurso dancístico a las futuras

CONTENIDO: Las Coplas por la muerte de su padre, son una elegía escrita por Jorge Manrique en la muerte de su padre, el Maestre de Santiago don Rodrigo Manrique. Escritas, al menos una parte, con posterioridad al 11 de noviembre de 1476, fecha de la muerte de don Rodrigo Manrique, constituye una de las obras capitales de la literatura española y, sin duda, el mejor poema lirico de la poesia medieval castellana.Esta obra pertenece al genero poetico de la elegia funeral medieval o planto y es una reflexion sobre la vida, la fama, la fortuna y la muerte con resignacion cristiana. Se inspira en los precedentes clasicos y medievales del genero y en el Eclesiastes, pero tambien contiene alusiones a la historia reciente de Castilla e incluso a sucesos en los que pudo estar presente el propio autor.Esta pequeña obra forma parte de una coleccion, Libros de Mejor Vista, pensada para aquellas personas que tienen problemas con las ?letras pequeñas?, propias de los textos actuales; neolectores o lectores de vista cansada que tengan interes tanto por los clasicos como por los autores actuales.AUTOR: Jorge Manrique naceria en Paredes de Nava (Palencia). Fue hijo de Rodrigo Manrique (1406-1476), Maestre de Sant iago y poeta aficionado. En 1470 contrae matrimonio con Guiomar Meneses, hermana de su madrastra. Lucho junto a los Reyes Catolicos, que le dieron la capitania de la Santa Hermandad en Toledo. Herido mortalmente en una escaramuza, fue enterrado en el monasterio de Ucles y trasladado junto a su padre.Gran parte de sus poemas amorosos se leen en el Cancionero General (1511 y 1514). Ofrecen simbolos belicos: el amor como conquista; el enamorado como cautivo, etc. Juega con el nombre de su esposa en acrosticos o silabas enlazadas; ofrece hiperboles sacroprofanas y alusiones a Fortuna. Las Coplas a la muerte de su padre (h.1476-79) aparecen por vez primera en Zamora, 1483. Las Coplas reflejan lecturas de historia antigua y ecos de Ciceron y Seneca. Tratan el tiempo y la muerte con sencillez. Por eso, Jorge Manrique es hoy el mas importante de los poetas medievales españoles.