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Rudolf Laban was one of the leading dance theorists of the twentieth century. His work on dance analysis and notation raised the status of dance as both an art form and a scholarly discipline. This is the first book to combine:an overview of Laban’s life, work and influencesan exploration of his key ideas, including the revolutionary "Laban Movement Analysis" systemanalysis of his works Die Grünen Clowns and The Ma...

Like Picasso in painting, Stravinsky in music, or Stanislavski in theatre, Rudolf Laban (1879–1958) has been a seminal influence in contemporary arts.This is the first major study of Laban's movement theories and practice, exploring the ideas on mastering movement and giving the reader a practical understanding of balance and harmony in the human body – the core of Laban's thinking. John Hodgson looks at the different phases of Laban's life and writings to show that Laban's thought...

At the present time the words “occult science” are apt to arouse the most varied feelings. Upon some people they work like a magic charm, like the announcement of something to which they feel attracted by the innermost powers of their soul; to others there is in the words something repellent, calling forth contempt, derision, or a compassionate smile. By many, occult science is looked upon as a lofty goal of human effort, the crown of all other knowledge and cognition; others, who are devo...

Rudolf Laban, the famed dancer-choreographer and 'founding father' of modern dance, also had experience as a painter, sculptor, and architect, and allowed those skills to influence his innovative choreographic techniques. His important works and his creation of one of the most significant forms of dance notation make him an essential component of dance history. Rudolf Laban: The Dancer of the Crystal examines Laban's training, his teaching experiences, and the discovery and develo...

The Art of Movement: Rudolf Laban’s Unpublished Writings offers new perspectives on the thinking and practice of Rudolf Laban – one of the pioneers of modern European dance and movement analysis.A wealth of Laban’s previously untranslated writings broadens our understanding of his work through new perspectives on his thinking and practice. Alongside these key primary sources, interviews with Laban’s family and colleagues and editorial commentaries shed new light on the sig...

The book also provides a glimpse into Höss’s personal perspective. He reflects on his unwavering loyalty to Hitler, his belief in the Nazi ideology, and his rationalization of the atrocities committed under his leadership. Despite the horrific nature of his actions, Höss attempts to depict himself as an executor of orders, illustrating the dangerous banality of evil.Ultimately, Höss's autobiography is both a historical document and a disturbing reminder of the capacity for human cruelty. I...

Learn German through story, history, and clear A1-level language — all in one complete beginner's edition.Learn German with the Augsburg Saga – A1 German Reader (A1 Omnibus) brings together the full A1.1–A1.5 sequence into one immersive volume of over 107,000 words (more than 500 pages in paperback). Written for adult learners and returning students, this edition combines simple German text with a continuous historical narrative that makes reading natural, ...

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Improve your language skills and enjoy this collection of short stories for beginners!Reading can be a powerful tool in language learning, offering a multitude of benefits that improve understanding and enjoyment of the new language. Here are some of the main benefits:Expanding Vocabulary: Reading exposes you to new words in context, which is crucial for building vocabulary. Learning new words through stories can be more effective than rote...

Rudolf Laban (1879 – 1958) was a pioneer in dance and movement, who found an extraordinary range of application for his ideas; from industry to drama, education and therapy. Laban believed that you can understand about human beings by observing how they move, and devised two complimentary methods of notating the shape and quality of movements.The Laban Sourcebook offers a comprehensive account of Laban’s writings. It includes extracts from his five books in English and from his fou...

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Learn German with the Augsburg Saga – A1.1 Interlinear German–English ReaderWhen the Romans LeftLearn German through story, history, and calm, carefully graded A1-level language — with immediate English support when you need it.When the Romans Left is the first book in the Augsburg Saga and an ideal starting point for adult beginners.It is written in clear A1 German and presented in an