The Art of Yoga

by Sharon Gannon and David Life

A beautiful and inspirational book, The Art of Yoga presents stunning images that capture more than 100 asanas (physical postures) as exhibited by two of the world's best known and most respected teachers of the discipline. The Jivamukti Yoga method is a style of yoga created by Sharon Gannon and David Life in 1984. It is a vigorously physical and intellectually stimulating practice leading to spiritual awareness. The name jivamukti means liberation...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1584792078
• ISBN13: 9781584792079
• Release Date: October 2002
• Publisher: Harry N. Abrams
• Length: 192 Pages
• Weight: 3.10 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 11.3" x 11.3"
• Age Range: 13 years and up
• Grade Range: Grade 8 to Postsecondary

Customer Reviews

Body = Art

While some people may argue that this is just a 'vanity' book, the pictures within will convince all that the body is an amazing piece of art. David Life and Sharon Gannon, owners of the immensely popular Jivamukti Studio (http://www.jivamuktiyoga.com/) in New York, contort their bodies in ways that are truly mind-boggling. The photos are shot in black and white - alternating between playful and intense moods. If you are a fan of Life or Gannon, this book is a tribute to their mastery of yoga. For those of us who just enjoy yoga, this is art - pure and simple. For those who are not familiar, the pictures may be intimdidating or a curiosity.

The Art of Yoga

I am in awe at the beauty and grace presented in this book. If I am feeling down, or sad, I open the book, observe the grace and beauty and read the text that is opposite the photograph- and in an instant my mind clears and once again I feel grounded

Awesome Book!!

The pictures in this book are just breathtaking! The body is truly as a work of art when seen through the eyes of a dedicated yoga practice. My friends and I are newly inspired! I highly recommend this book to yogis and non-yogis alike!

The Best Part of Art

In recent years, yoga has taken many shapes and forms. Many people have begun to practice yoga, and seen what it can do for their mind, soul, and body. Those who have never practiced yoga before, are always intrigued at the ease that yogis twist, turn, and curl their bodies into pretzel-like form. This book shows asanas in gorgeous black-and-white photos, demostrated by Sharon Gannon and David Life, but my favorite part is the text! They have inserted the most insightful text, from both their own minds, and ancient Sanskrit. I'm buying all of my friends who want to get into yoga a copy for Christmas! Maybe seeing these two twist and turn will inspire them to begin their practice!