Figure 1.--This book was published in 1982 describing Tony's enthusiasm for ballet.

Anthony Thomas Jones was a 10 years old ballet enthusiast. More than anything else in the world, he loves to dance. Tony studied ballet at the Minnesota Dance Theater, The Children's Theater Company, and the Children's Dance Theater Workshop in Minneapolis. He performed with local theater groups and delighted in his neighborhood with the performances he stages in his own backyard.

Gehry Zeck wrote an exuberant photo essay. Tony describing his life, how he got involved in dance, his rigorous schedule, and his dreams. Readers are bound to find that Tony's enthusiasm for dance is contagious as they get a look behind the scenes as the life of this dedicated and promising young danseur. Published by Carolrhoda Books, Inc.; c. 1982; 64 pages; packed with wonderful b/w photos of Tony, the ballet company, etc.; 8 1/4" wide x 10 1/4" high.

One reviewr writes, "At last a happy. healthy, athletic boy tells us about studying, practicing and perfoming ballet and other dance forms." -- Children's World

Another reviewer writes: "Exuberent. The sheer joy of exprerssion in movement is captured and the discipline, concentration and hard work required to experience this elation is clearly evident. .... Fulfills a genuine need for a realistic story of a boy devoted to the joy of dance." -- School Library Journal