How Beautiful Upon The Mountain: A History Of Jacob's Pillow

By Ted Shawn

Book Overview

""How Beautiful Upon The Mountain: A History Of Jacob's Pillow"" is a comprehensive account of the renowned dance festival and school located in the Berkshires of Massachusetts. Written by author and journalist Ted Shawn, who founded Jacob's Pillow in 1931, the book traces the history of the institution from its early beginnings as a farmstead to its current status as a world-renowned center for dance. The book provides a detailed exploration of the various dancers, choreographers, and artists who have contributed to Jacob's Pillow over the years, including such luminaries as Martha Graham, Alvin Ailey, and Mikhail Baryshnikov. Through interviews, archival research, and personal anecdotes, Shawn offers a vivid and engaging portrait of the people and events that have shaped this iconic institution. The book also includes over 100 photographs and illustrations that capture the beauty and energy of the Pillow's performances and surroundings. ""How Beautiful Upon The Mountain"" is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of dance and the cultural significance of this beloved institution.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163179426
• ISBN13: 9781163179420
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 52 Pages
• Weight: 0.31 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"