Twisted Yoga

by Inc Philobolus and Pilobolus Dance Theatre

Book Overview

Here's a book that's as funny and awe-inspiring as it is beautiful. An internationally renowned dance company presents its singular vision of what "yoga" might be through their wonderfully wild and imaginative eyes. Bodies twisted, bent, and balanced in the most extraordinary, eye-popping poses will leave readers amazed-even laughing-and asking "How do they do that?" From the "Bow di Sattva" and "Sitting Shiva" to the "Gordian Knot" and "Praying Mantis,"...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1587171368
• ISBN13: 9781587171369
• Release Date: March 2002
• Publisher: Chronicle Books LLC
• Length: 96 Pages
• Weight: 0.65 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 1.0" x 1.0"
• Age Range: 12 years and under
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 7

Customer Reviews

Great, But Not Yoga.

This book is kinda cute. The poses are creative and interesting, the costumes colorful and whimsical.But this is not yoga. The introduction of this book states it plainly, contradicting the title -- but it bears repeating.

Discover what the human body is capable of

This is a marvelous book for kids and adults, the poses, costumes, and photography are all absolutely stunning.