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Work

Astadala Yogamala (Collected Works), Volume 6

This volume is part of a series that gathers various yoga texts and teachings, offering a detailed exploration of yoga philosophy, techniques, and practices. more

Author

B.K.S. Iyengar
B.K.S. Iyengar

B.K.S. Iyengar, a renowned Indian yoga master, was born on December 14, 1918, and passed away on August 20, 2014. He is known for his unique teaching methods and yoga philosophy, making significant contributions to the popularization and development of modern yoga. more

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