The Country Dance Book: The Old-Fashioned Square Dance, Its History, Lore, Variations And Its Callers - Hardcoverby Beth Tolman (Author), Ralph Page (Author), F. W. P. Tolman (Illustrator) The Country Dance Book is a comprehensive guide to the old fashioned square dance, including its history, lore, variations, and the role of callers. Written by Beth Tolman, the book provides a detailed look at the origins of the square dance, tracing its roots back to the English country dance and the Scottish reel. It also explores the evolution of the dance in America,