Belly Dance
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This fascinating account takes the evolution of belly dance as a representation of the rites of passage from Ancient Egypt to modern times, focusing on different forms of belly dancing and its place at the core of fertility rites in Middle Eastern societies. Myths, including those of Isis and Osiris, and the role of the Shaman or Witch Doctor in African tribes, are explained. This is the first complete history of the ancient and mystical dance from an acknowledged expert on the subject, exploring how the music and motion of the belly dance featured in the rise and fall of entire empires.
Published: Sep 1, 2003
| Section | Chapter | Authors |
|---|---|---|
| Chapter 1 | ||
| The Origins of Dance | Tina Hobin | |
| Chapter 2 | ||
| The Sacred Dance | Tina Hobin | |
| Chapter 3 | ||
| Music and Instruments of Ancient Times | Tina Hobin | |
| Chapter 4 | ||
| Gypsy Dances and Belly Dance | Tina Hobin | |
| Chapter 5 | ||
| Belly Dance and the Harem | Tina Hobin | |
| Chapter 6 | ||
| Belly Dancing for Health and Life | Tina Hobin | |
| Chapter 7 | ||
| Dance Movements | Tina Hobin | |
| End Matter | ||
| Bibliography | Tina Hobin | |