""Russian Festivals and Costumes for Pageant and Dance"" is a comprehensive guide to the traditional festivals and costumes of Russia, written by Louis H. Chalif. The book explores the rich cultural heritage of Russia, offering detailed descriptions of the costumes, dances, and rituals associated with various festivals, including Christmas, Easter, and the popular Maslenitsa festival. The book also includes instructions for creating authentic costumes and props, with detailed illustrations and patterns. In addition, the author provides step-by-step instructions for performing traditional Russian dances, including the Khorovod, Troika, and Kazachok. ""Russian Festivals and Costumes for Pageant and Dance"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Russian culture, history, and traditional dance. The book is suitable for both beginners and experienced dancers, and is a must-read for anyone planning to participate in a Russian-themed pageant or dance performance.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.