Author: Swami Satyananda Saraswati

Publisher: Bihar Yoga Bharati, Munger, Bihar, India

ISBN: 81-85787-14-X; Paperback; 550 pages.

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There are innumerable books on yoga to be found; some emphasising the practical aspects with postures (asana), complete with colour photos – and some impossibly esoteric, meant for the select few with mystical leanings. This book combines a comprehensive overview of asana; while at the same time giving clear explanations of the deeper aspects of yoga, including breathing (pranayama), body attitudes (mudra), energy locks (bandha), energy centres (chakra), and yogic cleansing (hatha yoga). more…