Nijinsky (English Edition)

This is the first Russian biography of the legendary Vaslav Nijinsky ever published in English: a haunting story of the genius and the tragedy of a great Russian dancer. Nijinsky's meteoric career spanned barely more than a decade, from 1906 to 1917, yet in those few fleeting years he set new standards for every male dancer who succeeded him. Even as a student, he was regarded with wonder. His virtuosity and perfect technique dazzled the ballet masters of St. Petersburg. Audiences gasped as he leaped to celestial heights, yet were profoundly moved by his vivid characterizations. He was acclaimed as the new Vestris, the new 'god of the dance.'