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Life in Motion : An Unlikely Ballerina

Misty Copeland

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Dreaming to dance: A story of passion

Misty Copeland's biography, "Life in Motion," is a must-read for anyone who is passionate about ballet or is looking for inspiration to chase their dreams. This book provides an inside look into the world of ballet and how Misty Copeland, despite her challenging life and upbringing, was able to achieve her dreams. The book is a reflection of passion, dedication, and resilience. Copeland's story is unique and inspiring, making this a great read for anyone looking for inspiration in their own life's journey.

  • NAACP Image Award Nominee for Biography/Autobiography (2015)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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Condition guide
ISBN: 9781476737997
Author: Misty Copeland
Publisher: Touchstone
Date of Publication: 2014-12-16
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Sports, Biographies & Memoirs, Art
Goodreads rating: 3.89
(rated by 7916 readers)

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Librarian's note: An alternate cover edition can be found hereDetermination 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 America’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 insider’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 world’s most iconic ballets. A sensational memoir as “sensitive” and “clear-eyed” (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.
 

Dreaming to dance: A story of passion

Misty Copeland's biography, "Life in Motion," is a must-read for anyone who is passionate about ballet or is looking for inspiration to chase their dreams. This book provides an inside look into the world of ballet and how Misty Copeland, despite her challenging life and upbringing, was able to achieve her dreams. The book is a reflection of passion, dedication, and resilience. Copeland's story is unique and inspiring, making this a great read for anyone looking for inspiration in their own life's journey.

  • NAACP Image Award Nominee for Biography/Autobiography (2015)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

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