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The Subtle Body: The Story of Yoga in America,Used
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In The Subtle Body, Stefanie Syman tells the surprising story of yoga's transformation from a centuriesold spiritual discipline to a multibilliondollar American industry.Yoga's history in America is longer and richer than even its most devoted practitioners realize. It was present in Emerson's New England, and by the turn of the twentieth century it was fashionable among the leisure class. And yet when Americans first learned about yoga, what they learned was that it was a dangerous, alien practice that would corrupt body and soul.A century later, you can find yoga in gyms, malls, and even hospitals, and the arrival of a yoga studio in a neighborhood is a signal of cosmopolitanism. How did it happen? It did so, Stefanie Syman explains, through a succession of charismatic yoga teachers, who risked charges of charlatanism as they promoted yoga in America, and through generations of yoga students, who were deemed unbalanced or even insane for their efforts. The Subtle Body tells the stories of these people, including Henry David Thoreau, Pierre A. Bernard, Margaret Woodrow Wilson, Christopher Isherwood, Sally Kempton, and Indra Devi.From New England, the book moves to New York City and its new suburbs between the wars, to colonial India, to postwar Los Angeles, to HaightAshbury in its heyday, and back to New York City post9/11. In vivid chapters, it takes in celebrities from Gloria Swanson and George Harrison to Christy Turlington and Madonna. And it offers a fresh view of American society, showing how a seemingly arcane and foreign practice is as deeply rooted here as baseball or ballet.This epic account of yoga's rise is absorbing and often inspiringa major contribution to our understanding of our society.
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- Q: What is the size of 'The Subtle Body' book? A: The book measures six inches in length, zero point ninety-one inches in width, and nine point zero two inches in height.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Subtle Body' have? A: This book contains four hundred pages, providing a comprehensive view of yoga's history in America.
- Q: What type of binding does 'The Subtle Body' have? A: The book is published in paperback binding, making it flexible and easy to handle.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Subtle Body'? A: The author is Stefanie Syman, who explores the evolution of yoga in American culture.
- Q: What category does 'The Subtle Body' fall under? A: 'The Subtle Body' is categorized under Yoga, focusing on its historical and cultural significance.
- Q: How should I read 'The Subtle Body'? A: You can read it at your own pace, as it is suitable for anyone interested in yoga's history and transformation.
- Q: Is 'The Subtle Body' suitable for beginners? A: Yes, this book is suitable for beginners as it provides foundational knowledge about yoga's journey in America.
- Q: What themes are covered in 'The Subtle Body'? A: 'The Subtle Body' covers themes such as the history of yoga, cultural transformation, and notable figures in yoga's American evolution.
- Q: How do I keep 'The Subtle Body' in good condition? A: To keep this book in good condition, store it in a cool, dry place and avoid exposure to direct sunlight.
- Q: Is there any special care needed for 'The Subtle Body'? A: No special care is needed, but handle it gently to avoid damage to the pages and cover.
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- Q: Can I gift 'The Subtle Body' to someone? A: Yes, this book makes a great gift for anyone interested in yoga or cultural studies.
- Q: Is 'The Subtle Body' a good choice for yoga enthusiasts? A: Absolutely, this book provides deep insights into the historical context and evolution of yoga in America.
- Q: How does 'The Subtle Body' compare to other yoga books? A: 'The Subtle Body' offers a unique narrative on yoga's cultural transformation, setting it apart from more instructional yoga books.