The Yoga of Breath - Book Review

Natural Health, Sept, 2002 by Benjamin A. Bensadon

BY RICHARD ROSEN; SHAMBHALA; $14.95

Pranayama, also known as breath yoga, is a means of self-realization. It's also the focus of this 300-plus-page step-by-step guide to manipulating your breathing. In abundant detail that runs the risk of putting the uninitiated to sleep, Rosen explains that deep breathing is one of the best ways to tap your inner energy. He skillfully guides you through the so-called country of the self, using pictures of yoga poses and clear descriptions of breathing techniques. And he makes a big promise, that navigating through this mysterious land will allow you to answer the age-old question: Who am I?