Curious Poses

<p><b>Deepen your practice and discover the myths, gods, sacred animals and imagery that lie hidden in your favourite yoga postures</b><br><br>Meet the monks and maharajas, gods and gymnasts who shaped yoga as we know it.<br><br>Have you ever wondered why yoga postures look the way they do, or how they got their names? From Lotus to Warrior, Cobra to Happy Baby, this book takes a fresh look at the stories behind 30 familiar poses. <br><br>By drawing in on Hindu scripture, mythology and the animals, birds and flowers the original Indian yogis saw around them, <i>Curious Poses</i> explores the symbolism of yoga postures many of us practise every week and offers inspiration to regular practitioners and yoga teachers alike. <br><br>Let this book take you on a journey into a treasure trove of yoga history, mythology, philosophy and pop culture that enlightens and entertains by turns. Featuring full-colour illustrations, <i>Curious Poses</i> is an ideal mat companion for the curious yoga enthusiast.</p>