Tap Roots: The Early History of Tap Dancing

This book is a comprehensive guide to the origins of tap dancing, tracing its development from ancient India to the Broadway stage in 1903.

It covers primary influences such as Irish step dancing, English clog dancing, and African dancing, as well as theatrical influences like early theatrical developments and the careers of notable figures like "Daddy" Rice and Master Juba.

The book also explores other influences like Native American, German, and Shaker styles, and how these various styles were mixed to create a new art form.

With extensive research and interviews with key figures in the dance world, this book provides a detailed and fascinating look at the history of tap dancing.

Whether you're a dancer, historian, or simply someone interested in learning more about the origins of this iconic dance style, this book is sure to captivate and inform.