Yoga body
Book • 2010
Mark Singleton's "Yoga Body" offers a groundbreaking examination of the history of modern postural yoga.
The book challenges conventional narratives, tracing the evolution of yoga from its ancient Indian roots to its modern global form.
Singleton's work highlights the significant influence of Western physical culture and fitness practices on the development of contemporary yoga.
He provides a nuanced perspective on the relationship between traditional yoga practices and modern postural yoga, demonstrating the complexities of this historical evolution.
The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the historical and cultural forces that shaped modern yoga.
The book challenges conventional narratives, tracing the evolution of yoga from its ancient Indian roots to its modern global form.
Singleton's work highlights the significant influence of Western physical culture and fitness practices on the development of contemporary yoga.
He provides a nuanced perspective on the relationship between traditional yoga practices and modern postural yoga, demonstrating the complexities of this historical evolution.
The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the historical and cultural forces that shaped modern yoga.
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Recommended as a comprehensive resource on the development of modern postural yoga.
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