Anna Pavlova: Genius of the Dance

by Ellen Levine

An inspiring, easy-to-read biography follows the great ballerina from her childhood in Russia to a life of travel and adventure around the world as she shared her talent and passion for dance.

Genres: Nonfiction, Biography

132 pages, Library Binding

First published March 1, 1995

About the author

Ellen Levine's books have won many awards and honors, including the Jane Addams Peace Award. Although she enjoys writing both fiction and nonfiction, most of Ellen's books for young readers have been nonfiction. "Writing nonfiction lets me in behind the scenes of the story. I enjoy learning new things and meeting new people, even if they lived 200 years ago."

Ellen Levine was born in New York City. She received her B.A. degree in Politics from Brandeis University, graduating Magna cum laude. She has a Master's degree in political science from the University of Chicago and a Juris Doctor degree from New York University School of Law. She has worked in film and television, taught adults and immigrant teenagers in special education and ESL programs, and served a law clerkship with Chief Judge Joseph Lord, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania. A former staff attorney with a public interest law group, Levine now devotes her time to writing, lecturing, and teaching. She is on the faculty of Vermont College's MFA program in writing for Children and Young Adults.

Ellen Levine divides her time between New York City and Salem, New York.

Reviews

[Laura Jackson · Rating 4 out of 5]

I checked out this book for my nine year old daughter and ended up reading it myself! After attending a recent production of Swan Lake, I was interested in the history of ballet. This book is a quick and informative read and has a lot of photographs. Pavlova was a fascinating individual and forever influenced the world of ballet!

[Abigail Danfora · Rating 3 out of 5]

great book about one of my favorite dancers! very inspiring.

[Lauren · Rating 4 out of 5]

This biography tell yous everything you need to know about Anna Pavlova. I thought I knew a lot about her but I learned so much more. There are pictures,interviews with close friends, and more.