A revolutionary new method of yoga for overall fitness that teaches "if it hurts, it's wrong'"--from a vibrant 83-year-old master.
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Vanda Scaravelli was born in Florence, Italy. She studied for many years with B.K.S. Iyengar and trains teachers who teach her new form of yoga all over the world.
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“ Vanda Scaravelli rose to the occasion of writing her one book by packing it with myriad moments of access to her life vision, especcially the possibilities of old age. ”
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41 of 42 people found the following review helpful
By Hummingbird
Format:Paperback
This is not so much a technique, how-to book. It is more about the spirit of yoga. It's beautiful pictures and wonderful meditations on the meaning or intentions of the poses illustrates and deepens an understanding of yoga and meditation. There are three parts to the book. The first part takes up the majority of the book (125 pages). It's called "the Story of Stories" and is about the philosophy of yoga. The second part called "The Asanas" is about 34 pages. It is where the poses are illustrated through drawings and photographs and described in short paragraphs. I would not recommend it as the sole source for beginners, however, it would make a great supplement to a yoga class or videotape/dvd. The third section is called, "Breathing" and is 8 pages long. It has excellent pictures that illustrate the concepts described in this section. A list of references and an index greet you at the end. The reference lists 32 books. Ranging from "Disc Regeneration" by O.J. Ressel to Deepak Chopra's "Quantum Healing," to "Symbolism in Greek Mythology" by Paul Diel, to " The Revival of Qui." by Kunio Miura, to F.J. Bueche's "Understanding the World of Physics," and Elisabeth Ripely's "Leonardo da Vinci. A Biography."
43 of 45 people found the following review helpful
By J. Madaffer
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
This is a wonderful book. I've read it cover to cover and also open it up occasionally for reflection and guidance. I've never met Vanda, but I take yoga instruction from one of her students. Vanda was a wise woman and it shows in her writing and through her students. Some of the customer reviews posted here are rather negative, but I realize where they are coming from. The editor's note implies that this is a book on yoga instruction. It is not. Vanda even says in her book (not a direct quote) that it seems to be a fad now to write yoga instruction books, and she didn't want to do that. But she had many people press her into sharing her wisdom in writing. I'm so glad that Vanda shared her gentle wisdom in this book before she passed on. This book is an excellent addition to one's current yoga practice, as well as a primer for someone who wants to get started with yoga. Really, any person of any age or gender will benefit from this easy to read, inspired, wise, and thoughtful book!
35 of 36 people found the following review helpful
By Miss Pam
Format:Paperback
This is the only book I own which I never lend out. I never know when I'm going to need a boost in my yoga practice and in my consciousness. Scaravelli was an extraordinary women. Her grace and intelligence permeate every page of this book.
I would not recommend this book for instructional purposes, except as an addition to ones practice. Scaravelli's techniques are unusual, but they are the techniques I find myself returning to over and over. This book makes sense on many levels.
I would not recommend this book for instructional purposes, except as an addition to ones practice. Scaravelli's techniques are unusual, but they are the techniques I find myself returning to over and over. This book makes sense on many levels.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
1.0 out of 5 stars
Yoga and the Society Lady
Lovely photos of nature and art adorn this book. Clearly the author, Vanda Scaravelli appreciated art and beauty, which would have been a much better theme for the book as opposed... Read more
Published 8 months ago by Vandita
5.0 out of 5 stars
Beautiful book, arrived in like new condition.
Excellent book, excellent condition! Very thorough about yoga poses and practice. I highly recommend it to any one who wants to advance their yoga practice.
Published 9 months ago by Jancy McMillan
4.0 out of 5 stars
a book about passion, insight and beauty
This is not so much a book about yoga than an autobiographic journey through the wisdom acquired over decades of a deeply felt life. Read more
Published 11 months ago by kaioatey
5.0 out of 5 stars
inspiring
Obviously Vanda had to have been a healthy, limber person when she started yoga at 50 however, I am wonderfully inspired by her book. Read more
Published on December 28, 2009 by Happy Haoli Hula Girl
5.0 out of 5 stars
A must-have book for your collection
Yoga's a big subject. One book cannot cover everything in detail. Vanda's book focuses on how the spine is key to all your stretching in Yoga. Read more
Published on September 19, 2008 by stephen Luff
5.0 out of 5 stars
Awakening not only my spine but also my mind
The most wonderful yoga book I have ever read. Always inspiring, insightful and eye-opening. Definitely a must-have for yoga practitioners of any level.
Published on January 18, 2008 by luca simeone
4.0 out of 5 stars
more helpful than you might think.
One reviewer noted that reviews fall into two catergories, loved it or hated it. I read it with the advantage of having practiced with Vanda's students People who hate this book... Read more
Published on September 2, 2007 by Carolyn Paul
3.0 out of 5 stars
Not much substance but beautiful illustrations
I was hoping for more yoga philosophy or atleast technique but this is mostly a coffee table book. Still inspiring and pretty!
Published on July 14, 2007 by Sona
1.0 out of 5 stars
Looking for pretty pictures?
Then buy this book. Looking for information on yoga? Buy a book that has photos of postures with detailed instructions. This book is basically an art book with some yogic themes.
Published on April 27, 2007 by Kasha
5.0 out of 5 stars
experiencing our bodies as architecture
This brilliantly written and illustrated book introduces yoga students, both beginners and masters, to the design principles that make the structure of the human body such a work... Read more
Published on September 2, 2006 by Sophia
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