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.
The book features seventeen insightful stories that explore various aspects of the near future, including global turmoil, celebrity culture, and advancements in technology. Themes such as virtual reality, genetic engineering, and environmental disasters, like the flooding of Calcutta, are examined through a lens of foresight. The narratives reflect the author's keen understanding of societal changes and technological advancements that were predicted long before they became apparent to the general public.
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.