Language of the Axis

Language of the Axis is a groundbreaking exploration of body awareness andmovement. Drawing on her extensive experience as a dancer and teacher, Mary O'Donnell Fulkersonpresents a unique approach to understanding the body through anatomical imagesand simple actions. The book is in three parts: 1. A Look at the Body: introduces anatomical images that form the foundationof body awareness. 2. Easy Action: describes a series of movements to experience these bodyconcepts in practice. 3. Seeing a Context: explores the application of these principles in dance andeveryday life. Fulkerson's innovative method integrates mind and body, encouraging readersto develop a new language of physical sensation. Her approach has influenceddancers, choreographers and movement practitioners worldwide. Whether you're a dancer, movement enthusiast, or simply curious about bodyawareness, Language of the Axis offers a fresh perspective on how we inhabit andmove our bodies. Discover a deeper connection between thought and action, andunlock new possibilities for expression and understanding. ===== Language of the Axis was written and illustrated by Mary O'Donnell Fulkerson onher arrival in 1973 from the USA at Dartington College of Arts in Devon, UK. Itwas first published by Peter Hulton in Theatre Papers as a loose-leaf book so thatdancers might respond in movement to the provocations within a particular pageand photograph. It is republished to accompany Linda Hartley's book Embodied Spirit, ConsciousEarth, which draws on Fulkerson's work.