{"product_id":"light-on-yoga-bks-iyengar-paperback","title":"Light on Yoga: The Definitive Guide to Yoga Practice by B.K.S. Iyengar - Non Fiction - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition: BRAND NEW\u003cbr\u003eFormat: Paperback\u003cbr\u003eISBN: 9780007107001\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: Thorsons\u003cbr\u003eAge Range: Adult\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLight on Yoga is the classic, best-selling guide to yoga practice by the legendary B.K.S. Iyengar, founder of Iyengar Yoga. First published decades ago and revised for this Thorsons Classics paperback edition, it remains the definitive reference for students at every level, from complete beginners to advanced practitioners. Combining precise instruction on posture, breathing and philosophy, this 400-page paperback is widely regarded as the essential yoga textbook, still read and recommended by teachers and students worldwide today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eB.K.S. Iyengar has devoted his life to the practice and study of yoga, and Light on Yoga distils decades of that dedication into a single, comprehensive volume. Known for bringing precision, clarity and structure to a discipline often taught loosely, Iyengar created a system now practised globally as \"Iyengar Yoga\", built on his belief in \"yoga for all\" regardless of age or ability. This edition details over 200 asanas (postures) and pranayama (breathing) techniques, each explained step by step with guidance on alignment, sequencing, and therapeutic benefits. Iyengar also explores the philosophical foundations of yoga, drawing on classical texts such as the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali, situating physical practice within a broader spiritual and ethical framework. Frequently called \"the bible of yoga\", the book has served as the primary source text for generations of practitioners, teacher-training courses and yoga schools since it first introduced Western readers to a rigorous, systematic approach to the discipline. Whether used as a practical manual for building a home practice or as a reference work to deepen understanding of yoga philosophy, Light on Yoga offers unmatched depth and authority. Its enduring popularity reflects both Iyengar's standing as one of the most influential yoga teachers of the twentieth century and the lasting relevance of the techniques and principles he documented. This paperback Thorsons Classics edition makes that landmark text accessible in a durable, well-produced format ideal for regular use, whether on the mat or as a bookshelf reference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed, step-by-step instructions for over 200 yoga postures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExplains pranayama (breathing techniques) alongside asana practice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWritten by the founder of Iyengar Yoga, a globally influential teacher\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExplores the philosophical and spiritual roots of yoga practice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for beginners through to advanced practitioners and teachers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA trusted, best-selling reference used in yoga training worldwide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBellur Krishnamachar Sundararaja Iyengar (1918-2014), known as B.K.S. Iyengar, was the founder of Iyengar Yoga and one of the foremost yoga teachers in the world. An early student of Tirumalai Krishnamacharya, \"the father of modern yoga\", he is widely credited with popularising yoga first in India and then internationally. He authored several influential books including Light on Yoga, Light on Pranayama, Light on the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali, and Light on Life. The Indian government awarded him the Padma Shri, Padma Bhushan and Padma Vibhushan, and Time magazine named him one of the 100 most influential people in the world in 2004.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love This Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAn essential, no-nonsense guide for anyone serious about yoga, combining clear practical instruction with genuine philosophical depth from the discipline's most respected teacher.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease Note: Book cover, edition and ISBN may vary slightly from the image shown; you will receive the UK edition as described.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"B.K.S. Iyengar","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43017642934509,"sku":"SNG2641","price":13.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0642\/4549\/8093\/products\/light-on-yoga-bks-iyengar-paperback.jpg?v=1784319777","url":"https:\/\/www.letsbuybooks.com\/products\/light-on-yoga-bks-iyengar-paperback","provider":"Lets Buy Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}