Life in Motion - An Unlikely Ballerina (Paperback)

When Misty Copeland first placed her hands on the ballet barre at an after-school community centre, no one expected the undersized, underprivileged and anxious thirteen-year-old to become one of America's most groundbreaking dancers. A true prodigy, she was attempting in months roles that take most dancers years to master. But when Misty became caught between the control and comfort she found in the world of ballet and the harsh realities of her own life, she had to choose to embrace both her identity and her dreams, and find the courage to be one of a kind. In this instant New York Times bestseller, Misty Copeland tells the story of her historic journey to become the first African-American principal ballerina at the prestigious American Ballet Theatre. With an insider's passion, Misty opens a window into the life of an artist who lives life centre stage, from behind the scenes at her first classes to her triumphant roles in some of the world's most iconic ballets. Life in Motion is a story of passion, identity and grace for anyone who has dared to dream of a different life.

General

Imprint:	Sphere
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	March 2017
Authors:	Misty Copeland
Dimensions:	197 x 127 x 24mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback - B-format
Pages:	282
ISBN-13:	978-0-7515-6563-8
Categories:	Books > Language & Literature > Biography & autobiography > Film, television, music, theatre Books > Arts & Architecture > Performing arts > Dance > Ballet Books > Biography > Film, television, music, theatre Promotions
LSN:	0-7515-6563-6
Barcode:	9780751565638

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