---
product_id: 286302
title: "Life in Motion: An Unlikely Ballerina"
price: "8003 som"
currency: KGS
in_stock: true
category: "Hardcover"
url: https://www.desertcart.kg/products/286302-life-in-motion-an-unlikely-ballerina
store_origin: KG
region: Kyrgyzstan
---

# Life in Motion: An Unlikely Ballerina

**Price:** 8003 som
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Life in Motion: An Unlikely Ballerina
- **How much does it cost?** 8003 som with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.kg](https://www.desertcart.kg/products/286302-life-in-motion-an-unlikely-ballerina)

## Best For

- Customers looking for quality international products

## Why This Product

- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Description

“Picture a ballerina in a tutu and toe shoes. What does she look like?”  As the only African American soloist dancing with the prestigious American Ballet Theatre, Misty Copeland has made history. But when she first placed her hands on the barre at an after-school community center, no one expected the undersized, anxious thirteen-year-old to become a ground­breaking ballerina.  When she discovered ballet, Misty was living in a shabby motel room, struggling with her five siblings for a place to sleep on the floor. A true prodigy, she was dancing en pointe within three months of taking her first dance class and performing professionally in just over a year: a feat unheard of for any classical dancer. But when Misty became caught between the control and comfort she found in the world of ballet and the harsh realities of her own life (culmi­nating in a highly publicized custody battle), she had to choose to embrace both her identity and her dreams, and find the courage to be one of a kind.  With an insider’s unique point of view, Misty opens a window into the life of a professional bal­lerina who lives life center stage: from behind the scenes at her first auditions to her triumphant roles in some of the most iconic ballets. But in this beautifully written memoir, she also delves deeper to reveal the desire and drive that made her dreams reality.  Life in Motion is a story of passion and grace for anyone who has dared to dream of a different life.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Best Sellers Rank | #925,684 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #5 in Classical Dancing #453 in Actor & Entertainer Biographies #5,820 in Memoirs (Books) |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (1,736) |
| Dimensions  | 5.5 x 1.1 x 8.25 inches |
| Edition  | First Edition |
| ISBN-10  | 1476737983 |
| ISBN-13  | 978-1476737980 |
| Item Weight  | 13.6 ounces |
| Language  | English |
| Print length  | 288 pages |
| Publication date  | March 4, 2014 |
| Publisher  | Touchstone |

## Images

![Life in Motion: An Unlikely Ballerina - Image 1](http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51sa-8QjTTL.jpg)
![Life in Motion: An Unlikely Ballerina - Image 2](http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41vyBRkkAdL.jpg)

---

## Why Shop on Desertcart?

- 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016
- 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories
- 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price
- 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members)
- 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection
- ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews

**Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.kg/products/286302-life-in-motion-an-unlikely-ballerina](https://www.desertcart.kg/products/286302-life-in-motion-an-unlikely-ballerina)

---

*Product available on Desertcart Kyrgyzstan*
*Store origin: KG*
*Last updated: 2026-05-31*