Light on Yoga: The Classic Guide to Yoga by the World's Foremost Authority

B.K.S. Iyengar

ISBN 10: 8172235011 / ISBN 13: 9788172235017

Published by Thorsons, 2006

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The book, Light on Yoga: The Classic Guide to Yoga by the World's Foremost Authority provides reliable and accurate information on the subject of Yoga and tells the readers about the correct techniques of practicing Yoga. This book is written in such a manner that makes it easy for readers to understand the steps without any trouble. The descriptions of Yoga forms given in the book make it easier for readers to practice it by themselves. This book serves as an introduction for beginners who are looking to learn the unique practice of Yoga. It has been authored by the famous B.K.S. Iyengar, who is known for his mastery over the topic of Yoga. It was published by Thorsons publications in the year 2015. Yoga is not just a physical exercise but is also a way of keeping the mental state intact. Yoga helps in keeping the body fit and fresh and also clears the mind from any stress which indirectly proves to be detrimental when it comes to staying healthy. The benefits of Yoga are immense and hence Yoga is becoming popular across the globe. However, the benefits of Yoga can be achieved only if it is practiced with proper discipline and order. Hence, this book has been prepared so that readers can reap all the benefits of practicing Yoga in the correct manner. To give a structured knowledge pattern about Yoga, this book has been divided in three segments. The first segment deals with the understanding of Yoga. In the first section, the author tells what exactly Yoga is and discusses its nature and essential components. In the second part, various Yoga asanas and kriyas are explained. The third part deals with Pranayama; and it covers topics like the techniques of Pranayam and its effects. About the author B. K. S. Iyengar is a famous Yoga teacher and has been recognized as the founder of "Iyengar Yoga". He has worked towards spreading Yoga and was successful in making it popular all throughout India as well as around the world. According to Time magazine, he was one of the 100 most influential people in the world and Indian government honoured him with the Padma Shri, Padma Bhushan and the Padma Vibhushan award. Some of his other books are 'BKS Iyengar Yoga: The Path to Holistic Health' and 'Yoga For Sports: A Journey Towards Health And Healing'. The book, Light on Yoga: The Classic Guide to Yoga by the World's Foremost Authority will tell you all that you need to know right from the horse's mouth, B. K. S. Iyengar. This book is easily available online for convenient shopping. Get this book from Amazon.in today with the simple click of a button.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Light on Yoga: The Classic Guide to Yoga by the World's Foremost Authority
• Publisher: Thorsons
• Publication Date: 2006
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 8172235011
• ISBN 13: 9788172235017
• Binding: Soft cover
• Edition: 2nd Edition
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

Light On Yoga is a classic text on the philosophy and practice of Yoga.Light On Yoga is a definitive guide about Yoga, a rigorous discipline for attaining physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. It is aimed at beginners as well as advanced practitioners of Yoga. The book begins a foreword by Yehudi Menhuin, a famous violinist and a friend of the author. It is divided into three parts. The first part contains an introduction to Yoga, tracing its historical origin to ancient India. The second part is dedicated to yogasanas, bandhas, and kriyas. It covers numerous asanas or poses in great detail. Each asana is illustrated by a photograph. This is followed by step-by-step instructions that will help with perfecting the asana. The benefits of each pose, the ailments it cures, and the precautions it requires are also included. The third part of the book is dedicated to the concept of Pranayama, a form of yogic breathing. It covers the technique of pranayama, its precautions, its effects, and its types. The book ends with two appendices. The first one provides the sequence in which the asanas are to be performed. The second appendix recommends specific asanas for targeting and curing specific diseases. Light On Yoga was first published in 1966. Since then, it has been considered to be a must-have for serious practitioners of Yoga. It has been translated into sixteen languages including German, Hebrew, Korean, and Italian. This particular edition is a 2004 reprint by Thorsons. It has been updated to bring a cleaner and more structured look to the original classic.

About the Author

B.K.S. Iyengar has been teaching and demonstrating yoga for more than 50 years. He has several million students and has established centres all over the world.