Brian Dana Akers is a writer whose work is informed by a diverse background encompassing scientific curiosity, extensive study of Indian languages and history, and practical experience in publishing and technology. This eclectic journey has shaped a unique literary perspective, allowing him to explore the depths of the human psyche and the complexities of the world. His writing is characterized by a thoughtful engagement with philosophical and spiritual traditions. Readers can expect work that is both intellectually stimulating and profoundly resonant.
Yoga’s glorious past, astonishing present—and breathtaking future. The Yoga Manifesto answers two questions: Why Yoga? Why now? It summarizes the very long and remarkable history of Yoga from its Indian origins to its global present, its entanglement with money, where it fits in the constellation of religions, its dialectic with science, its place in today’s society, and the bright future of Yoga.
Build Powerful MySQL-Driven Applications with Detailed Coverage of Advanced SQL Optimization, Stored Procedures, Profiling, Replication, and More. Covers MySQL 5.0
* One of the first books to cover MySQL 5 in depth * Foregos reiteration of the basics found in other books, and concentrates on MySQL’s advanced applications in enterprise environments * Doubles as a reference for users interested in having a thorough guide to configuration directives, commands, and features at their disposal
This affordable, definitive edition of the Hatha Yoga Pradipika contains the original Sanskrit, a new English translation, and full-page photographs of all the asanas. The first edition of this classic to meet high academic, literary, and production standards, it's for people who practice Yoga or have an interest in health and fitness, philosophy, religion, spirituality, mysticism, or meditation.