Speaking of Dance: The Indian Critique: No. 3 (New vistas in Indian performing arts, No. 3)
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Speaking of Dance: The Indian Critique: No. 3 (New vistas in Indian...
Book Detail:
- Author: Bose, Mandakranta
- Brand: D.K. Printworld Pvt. Ltd.
- Edition: 1
- Binding: Hardcover
- Number of Pages: 144
- Release Date: 01-04-2002
- Model Number: IDD159
- Part Number: IDD159
- EAN: 9788124601723
- Package Dimensions: 9.8 x 7.3 x 0.7 inches
- Languages: English
Description:
Indian classical dance is considered a ‘high art’ and was revered as a ‘sacred’ act in ancient India. Since Bharata Muni’s Natyashastra (circa 200 CE), it has remained central to scholarly discussions, generating numerous treatises on the subject. Mandakranta Bose explores this vast Sanskritic textual tradition, aiming to reconstruct India’s two-millennia-long dance history and dispel misconceptions about the art form.
Through a fresh, critical analysis of core concepts from Natyashastra and other significant treatises such as Abhinayadarpana, Sangitaratnakara, and Nartananirnaya, the book emphasizes how these ancient texts have influenced the evolution of classical dance in India. Moreover, Bose ventures into the lesser-explored domain of performing arts in the early Jaina tradition, presenting a broader perspective on the cultural significance of dance.
The book also addresses the contemporary landscape of classical dance in India, illustrating how it successfully combines tradition and modernity. This has led to a powerful revival of India’s cultural heritage as part of the broader nationalist rediscovery movement. The author enriches the narrative with visual material, correlating theoretical aspects with practical application, making it an essential read for anyone involved in the performing arts.
Author Details:
Mandakranta Bose is a scholar and expert in Indian classical dance, focusing on its history, theory, and cultural evolution. She has contributed significantly to the understanding of classical dance by exploring both its textual roots and modern practice. Bose's work is crucial for anyone seeking deeper insights into the intersection of ancient traditions and contemporary performing arts in India.
