This book has been called the "fullest, most practical and best illustrated book on the subject" with more than 600 illustrations.

 

It is the magnum opus of yoga which was first published in 1965 in English. This "Bible" of yoga has been translated in many languages.

 

It starts with the explanation on "What is Yoga ?" and then the intricate details on how to perform more than 200 postures. It also introduces pranayamas, bandhas and kriyas.