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Astonish Me: A novel
Astonish Me A novel
Author: Maggie Shipstead
From the author of the widely acclaimed debut novel Seating Arrangements, winner of the Dylan Thomas Prize: a gorgeously written, fiercely compelling glimpse into the passionate, political world of professional ballet and its magnetic hold over two generations. — Astonish Me is the irresistible story of Joan, a ballerina whose life has been shape...  more »
ISBN-13: 9780307962904
ISBN-10: 0307962903
Publication Date: 4/8/2014
Pages: 288
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3.4 stars, based on 5 ratings
Publisher: Knopf
Book Type: Hardcover
Other Versions: Audio CD
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This is a story about ballet It is about the sometimes cut-throat world of ballet; the corps de ballet, the soloists, those who aspire to reach to the top. It is also about love, between friends, families and self. How love can grow despite less than ideal beginnings. There are many things this book is about, but the best thing is reading it. Enjoy!
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