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This book is based on the personal experiences of Brahmarshi Shree 108 Swami Yogeshwaranand Ji Saraswati, who led a life of noble dedication to the cause of spirituality and God-realization, Since his boyhood, he has been practising Yoga, which has enabled hi to solve the problems relating to the Prakriti, the Self and the Overself.  This, first among the series of three books, explains how one aspiring for a spiritual life should prepare himself, the subsequent two being 'Science of Soul' and 'Science of Divinity'.  'Bahiranga-Yoga' is an exhaustive and scholarly treatise on 300 bodily postures (Asanas), 70 breathing exercises (Pranayamas), 13 cleansing exercises (Shat-Karmas) and 15 controlling poses (Mudras).  The last chapter is devoted to withdrawal of senses (Pratyahara) which is the goal of Bahiranga (External) Yoga.  Every exercise is illustrated with photographs of postures either of the author himself or his disciples.  it is a practical and reliable guide.  The wirter speaks with the self-confidence of one who has personally practised the exercises and benefited by them.  The thinking people all over the world are now taking interest in the Indian Yoga, especially for building physical health.  The author, while explaining the technique of every Asana and Pranayama has also pointed what ailments can be cured or prevented by it.  The physical health is a step not only towards moral and spiritual health but also in controlling mind and senses, this is ably explained in the concluding chapters.  Written by an authority on the subject, the book is indispensable for those who desire to make a thorough study of practical Yoga.