Astaire Dancing -- the Musical Films by John Mueller (2010-05-04)

Originally published in 1985 by Alfred A. Knopf, this book furnishes a detailed assessment of each of Astaire's 31 musical films and analysis of each musical number. Its 2344 frame pictures have been recaptured in far higher quality than in the original, and those from color films are presented in color. There is also an extensive new preface by the author and a new Foreword by Chris Bamberger. Almost dances off the page-Los Angeles Times One of the most satifying, rich and witty film books ever written. A book whose sheer (but thoughtful) delight can never fade-Kirkus Reviews Mueller's book trains the eye to see how Astaire puts it all together. It is likely to spark curiosity in anyone who has ever enjoyed watching Astaire dance, for it can only enhance that pleasure-St. Petersburg Times