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Light on Yoga - B.K.S. Iyengar
THE encyclopedia of yoga, asana and pranayama by one of the masters.

The Heart of Yoga - T.K.V. Desikachar
Desikachar's father was Krishnamacharya who is considered THE grandfather of yoga and teacher to the yoga masters who brought yoga to the world such as B.K.S. Iyengar and Pattabhi Jois.  Desikachar studied directly with his father and this book contains the wisdom of those teachings, including a discussion of The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali.

Health, Healing & Beyond - T.K.V. Desikachar
This book is the foundation of Yoga Therapy

Yoga for Wellness - Gary Kraftsow
A wonderful resource for any level of student for gaining a deeper understanding of the power of yoga.  Gary Kraftsow studied yoga for many years with Desikachar in India and is the foremost authority in translating these ancient eastern teachings for the modern western mind. 

Yoga for Transformation - Gary Kraftsow
This book discusses the transformative powers of yoga on all levels of our being:  physical, energetic, the mind, emotions and our souls.  Gary Kraftsow studied yoga for many years with Desikachar in India and is the foremost authority in translating these ancient eastern teachings for the modern western mind. 

The Essence of Yoga:  Reflections on the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali - Bernard Bouanhaud
One of the more accessible translations and discussions on these great pearls of ancient wisdom.

The Yamas & Niyamas:  Exploring Yoga's Ethical Practice - Deborah Adele
A detailed discussion of yoga's ethical guidelines.  Includes questions for exploration.

An Oasis for Vitality and Tranquility