Martha Graham in Love and War

Using newly discovered archival sources, award-winning dance historian Mark Franko re-examines Martha Graham's most famous works from the World War II era, highlighting their historical and personal significance. The audiobook explores Graham's artistic development amid global crises and her connections to anti-fascism, psychoanalysis, and her relationship with dancer Erick Hawkins. It offers an in-depth look at four key pieces—American Document, Appalachian Spring, Night Journey, and Voyage—and how they reflect her innovative approach to American dance.