Download or read book The Yoga Book written by Stephen Sturgess and published by Watkins Pub Limited. This book was released on 2002 with total page 302 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Yoga Book explains the true meaning of Yoga, and demonstrates the practices and postures of Ashtanga Yoga, enabling readers to achieve mastery over the mind and body which will eventually lead to self realization. Through the practice of yoga one can directly bring stillness to the restless mind and body, giving a true, lasting happiness based upon inner peace and contentment. This is an authoritative, inspirational and practical guide to the benefits and fulfillment that can be attained by the dedicated practice of Yoga. It will appeal to the many people who have experienced the benefits of Yoga, and who would like to know more about its spiritual dimension.