Life in Motion: An Unlikely Ballerina

Life in Motion: An Unlikely Ballerina

Determination meets dance in this memoir by the history-making ballerina.

In this instant New York Times bestseller, Misty Copeland makes history, telling the story of her journey to become the first African-American principal ballerina at the prestigious American Ballet Theatre. But when she first placed her hands on the barre at an after-school community center, no one expected the undersized, underprivileged, and anxious thirteen-year-old to become one of Americaâ€™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.

With an insiderâ€™s passion, Misty opens a window into the life of an artist who lives life center stage, from behind the scenes at her first classes to her triumphant roles in some of the worldâ€™s most iconic ballets. A sensational memoir as â€œsensitiveâ€ and â€œclear-eyedâ€ (The Washington Post) as her dancing, Life in Motion is a story of passion, identity and grace for anyone who has dared to dream of a different life.
Country USA
Brand Touchstone
Manufacturer Touchstone
Binding Hardcover
ItemPartNumber 9781476737980
ReleaseDate 2014-03-04
UnitCount 1
EANs 9781476737980

Country	USA
Brand	Touchstone
Manufacturer	Touchstone
Binding	Hardcover
ItemPartNumber	9781476737980
ReleaseDate	2014-03-04
UnitCount	1
EANs	9781476737980

Life in Motion: An Unlikely Ballerina

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