Simple Yoga (Simple Wisdom) [Hardcover]

Cybele Tomlinson (Author), Vimala McClure (Foreword)

Book Description

Publication Date: June 12, 2000 | Series: Simple Wisdom

Simple Yoga takes an extremely complex subject and makes it accessible to general readers. It explains what yoga is, how it evolved in ancient India, and how it can benefit the typically harried Western lifestyle. It gives practical information on the various yoga styles available in the West and offers suggestions for choosing a style and finding an appropriate teacher. A chapter on women and yoga and a basic routine for readers to try on their own are included, as well as a modified routine for the office. Unlike most yoga books, targeted to people already involved in the discipline, Simple Yoga is short and easy to absorb. It gives a feel for what yoga is without getting overly theoretical. A practical guide, it is particularly useful in helping readers find the style of yoga that's right for them.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 153 pages
• Publisher: Conari Pr (June 12, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1573241954
• ISBN-13: 978-1573241953
• Product Dimensions: 7.3 x 7.3 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,510,315 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Read, July 14, 2000

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"leanleon" - See all my reviews

This review is from: Simple Yoga (Simple Wisdom) (Hardcover)

lately I have been getting into Yoga as a beginner -- and this book was just perfect for me and just at the right time. Prior to reading this book I was a bit daunted by yoga and the philosophy behind it. This book illuminates the basics in very simple, concise and clear way. It also has easy to understand discussions on various topics of interest, such as the different forms of yoga practices, exercise routines for different situations, etc. I find yoga lot more accessible after reading this book and highly recommend it.

8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars This book was reviewed in the July/August 2000 Yoga Jrnl, June 22, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Simple Yoga (Simple Wisdom) (Hardcover)

This book was reviewed in the July/August 2000 issue of Yoga Journal. The reviewer liked it. "A complete novice could spend an hour or so perusing this book and come away with a solid elementary understanding of yoga and what it offers. It's not an ultimate guide - it doesn't pretend to be - but it is an excellent first guide."

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Highly recommended to new yoga students, January 29, 2001

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"umapath" (Chicago, IL USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Simple Yoga (Simple Wisdom) (Hardcover)

Congratulations to the author for making this subject accessible for a newbie like me. Very easy to read and simplifies the subject matter. I came across it in a book store by chance, was intrigued by it. I picked it up and read it almost in one go! Now I am ready to explore more on this field including incorporating yoga in my daily life.