Title: Dancer's Daughter by Constance M. White - Vintage 1956 Hardback - Ex-Library Book
Description:
This is a 1956 edition of Dancer's Daughter by Constance M. White, published by Dodd, Mead & Company. A classic tale for fans of ballet and children’s literature. The book is a hardcover, previously a library book, with notable wear from age and previous handling.
This is a wonderful piece of mid-century children's literature for collectors of vintage books or fans of ballet-themed stories.
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"Dancer's Daughter" by Constance M. White, published in 1956, is a story set against the backdrop of the ballet world. The book revolves around Lesley, a young girl who is the daughter of a famous dancer. It explores her life, her connection to the ballet world, and the pressures and experiences that come with having such a prestigious parent. The novel delves into themes of family, ambition, and the expectations placed upon a child of a celebrated figure.
Lesley navigates her own journey in the world of ballet while facing various challenges, both personal and external, as she steps out of her mother’s shadow to define her own identity. The story weaves together moments of joy, drama, and emotional growth, with a keen insight into the performing arts.
It’s a vintage children’s or young adult novel that would appeal to those with an interest in ballet, coming-of-age stories, or mid-20th-century fiction