For yoga practitioners looking to become more familiar with the history and culture of this ancient meditative art, look no further. Curious Poses explores the symbolism and stories behind thirty different yoga poses, connecting yoga to the animals many poses are derived from, as well as figures in the history of Buddhism, Hinduism, and more. Yoga has long held meaning beyond its usefulness as a form of exercise, but many Western audiences in particular are closed off to these meanings, and lack a knowledge of the history of yoga. Author Lucy Greeves sets out to correct that in this accessible and digestible volume. (This book may contain a sharpie mark on the top or bottom edge and may show mild signs of shelfwear.)