
Title
Dancing in the Dark
Author
Bavati, Robyn
Publisher
Penguin Books
Published Date
2010
Annotation
In this first person narrative, Ditty reveals her life within a strict orthodox Jewish family. She wishes to defy tradition and become a dancer. The challenges of conforming to beliefs that differ from contemporary Australian society are sympathetically revealed.
Key Concepts
Cultural traditions, Empathy, Racial identity
Audience
Secondary
AC Links/EYLF
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