Light on Pranayama: The Definitive Guide to the Art of Breathing

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title Light on Pranayama: The Definitive Guide to the Art of Breathing
Authors and Contributors      By (author) B.K.S. Iyengar
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:368
Dimensions(mm): Height 198,Width 129
Category/GenreOriental and Indian philosophy
Exercise and workout books
ISBN/Barcode 9780007921287
ClassificationsDewey:613.7046 613.192
Audience
General

Publishing Details

Publisher HarperCollins Publishers
Imprint Harper Thorsons
Publication Date 31 January 2013
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

The definitive guide to yogic breathing from B.K.S. Iyengar, the world's most respected yoga teacher. B.K.S. Iyengar has devoted his life to the practice and study of yoga. It was B.K.S. Iyengar's unique teaching style, bringing precision and clarity to the practice, as well as a mindset of 'yoga for all', which has made it into a worldwide phenomenon. His seminal book, 'Light on Yoga', is widely called 'the bible of yoga' and has served as the source book for generations of yoga students around they world. In 'Light on Pranayama', he establishes the same definitive level of authority on the art of breathing. For the serious yoga practitioner, the study of Pranayama is an essential. This work, from the most respected yoga teacher in the world, B.K.S. Iyengar, offers the most comprehensive and instructive work available in the world. With 190 photos of B.K.S. Iyengar himself, the book highlights a progressive 200-week practice, highlighting the best techniques and the common errors in them.

Author Biography

B.K.S. Iyengar is the world's most respected yoga teacher. Widely credited as the person who brought yoga to the West, his teaching practice has been hugely influential over decades. He lives and teaches in Pune, India. www.bksiyengar.com

Reviews

One of Time magazine's 100 Most Influential People in the World. 'The Michelangelo of yoga' - BBC