Publisher's Synopsis
Elephant Dance is a captivating memoir by Frances Hubbard Flaherty, the wife of the renowned documentary filmmaker Robert Flaherty. The book narrates the couple's adventures in India during the 1930s, where they traveled to make a film about the people and culture of the country. Frances provides an intimate account of their experiences, including encounters with Indian royalty, the struggles of filming in remote locations, and the challenges of adapting to a new culture.The book also explores the couple's relationship, their love for each other, and their shared passion for storytelling. Frances's writing is vivid and evocative, transporting readers to the vibrant and exotic world of India in the 1930s. She also provides insights into the political and social issues of the time, including the struggle for Indian independence and the impact of colonialism.Overall, Elephant Dance is a beautifully written and engaging memoir that offers a unique perspective on India and the art of documentary filmmaking. It is a must-read for anyone interested in travel, culture, and history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
