The Complete Illustrated Book of Yoga

Since 1960, more than 1 million people have used this classic guide to tap the incredible power of yoga. The attractive new edition, in a new size, will appeal to a wide audience of contemporary yoga students. An essential guide for both beginning and advanced students of yogic concentration and meditation. Considered the world's foremost authority on the ancient science of hatha yoga, Swami Vishnudevananda clearly explains even the most esoteric concepts of yogic discipline to make this book the most widely respected handbook for the study and practice of yoga. Illustrated. Since 1960, more than 1 million people have used this classic guide to tap the incredible power of yoga. The attractive new edition, in a new size, will appeal to a wide audience of contemporary yoga students. From the Trade Paperback edition. Step-by-step exercises, illustrated with 146 photographs, and basic principles of diet and philosophy, by a teacher of Hatha Yoga in India. For other editions, see Author Catalog. Explains how yoga can promote relaxation, improved strength and flexibility, spiritual awareness, and health, and demonstrates a variety of postures and exercises Man, not satisfied with modern inventions and knowledge of the ever-unfolding mysteries of nature, tirelessly seeks a goal beyond.