The Book Girl's Book Pick for February: Life in Motion

It's the first day of February and that means a new book club pick. Since it's also Black History Month, I thought we could read about Misty Copeland, an amazingly gifted ballerina and one of my favorite dancers, and a history maker in her own right. I think she is so inspirational which is why I'm looking forward to reading this.

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Book: Life in Motion: An Unlikely Ballerina by Misty Copeland

Description:

As the only African American soloist dancing with the prestigious American Ballet Theatre, Misty Copeland has made history. 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.