For the first time, here is a detailed explanation and classification of herbs, using the ancient system of Ayurveda. More than 250 herbs are listed, with 88 herbs explained in detail. Included are many of the most commonly used western herbs with a profound Ayurvedic perspective. Important Chinese and special Ayurvedic herbs are introduced. Beautiful diagrams and charts, as well as deta...

Anatomy of Movement: Exercises is the companion volume to the widely-acclaimed Anatomy of Movement. Here the authors describe and illustrate, through hundreds of drawings and photographs, a comprehensive series of exercises involving the most common movements of the body. The exercises - useful in all physical disciplines and therapies - were chosen on the basis of their effectiveness a...

The Eight Treasures consist of eight sets of exercises that combine toning and strengthening movements, stretching and specific breathing techniques for the purpose of maintaining health and preventing disease.

The purpose of this book is not only to make a comparison of the meditative process in Patanjalis, Yoga and Hua Shan Chi Kung, but to stimulate the reader to further explore this process in relation to their own individual path. Yoga Meditation is a companion book to Yoga Alchemy, written by the same author. It contains many references to two other important works: the Yoga Sutras and t...

This work describes how to study human body position and displacement without regard to time, velocity or acceleration.

This is a practical directory of over 80 essential oils, covering many unusual oils as well as those that are in popular use.

The book is a fascinating blend of ancient and modern knowledge and aromatherapists will find it an essential tool of reference.