Friction, Fusion, and Fire: Heat and Alterity in Contemporary Dance: South-South Choreographies, By Ananya Chatterjea. 289 pp. Illustrated. London: Palgrave Macmillan, 2020. $89.99 paper, $69.99 e-book. ISBN 9783030439118 (hbk), ISBN 9783030439125 (ebk).

"Friction, Fusion, and Fire: Heat and Alterity in Contemporary Dance: South-South Choreographies" by Ananya Chatterjea is a book that explores the intersection of contemporary dance and cultural diversity. Chatterjea, a renowned dance artist and scholar, examines the experiences and artistic desires of Global South artists, challenging the dominant Western ideologies that define contemporary dance. The book delves into topics such as experimentation, innovation, and the rift between conceptual dance and more traditional forms. Chatterjea analyzes the work of specific artists, highlighting their unique voices and contributions to the dance world. Overall, the book calls for a reevaluation of colonial structures and a recognition of the diverse perspectives and practices within the global dance community. [Extracted from the article]