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Lizzie Borden: A Dance of Death
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"Lizzie Borden: A Dance of Death" is a 1968 book by American choreographer Agnes de Mille. The book explores the infamous 1892 murders of Abby and Andrew Borden, for which Andrew's daughter, Lizzie Borden, was tried and acquitted. De Mille's work delves into the events surrounding the murders and the subsequent trial, which captivated the nation. The book is part of a broader artistic tradition of exploring the "dance of death" motif, which symbolizes death's power to equalize all people. While Lizzie Borden was acquitted, the case remains a subject of fascination and debate.1234

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