Yoga For Americans

The book is in fair condition, with noticeable wear on the cover, including some staining and edge wear. The pages are yellowed with age, and there are minor water stains on the initial pages. Binding remains intact, ensuring readability despite cosmetic flaws. No dust jacket is present, typical for this paperback edition.

"Yoga For Americans" by Indra Devi, published by New American Library in New York, 1968, is a first printing edition of this influential guide to Hatha Yoga. Indra Devi, a pioneering figure in popularizing yoga in the West, offers a comprehensive six-week course tailored for home practice. This edition is an authorized reprint of a hardcover originally published by Prentice-Hall, Inc. in 1959. Devi's work is notable for its accessibility and practical approach, making yoga approachable for a wide audience. This edition is particularly significant for collectors due to its first printing status. The book covers diets, recipes, exercises, and special guides, specifically addressing the needs of individuals with various health concerns. The physical condition of the book shows some wear, consistent with age, but remains intact.