Kuchipudi Bharatam is a delightful and descriptive history of the Kuchipudi dance form from its origins to the present day. It is peppered with enlightening and entertaining anecdotes which keep you reading for more. Although a little knowledge of Telugu or Sanskrit is needed to fully understand this book, anyone can read it and understand the jist of every chapter. It is definately a "must-read" for every lover of Kuchipudi. Dr. Uma Rama Rao has definately provided a very interesting outlook on the history of Kuchipudi