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Classic Texts on Ayurveda - General and Introductory Books on Ayurveda and Holistic Health

Classic Texts on Ayurveda:

The ancient treatises of Ayurveda, the ancient Indian system of holistic health, have been broadly classified into 2 groups, the Brihat Trayee (greater triad) and the Laghu Trayee (lesser triad). The texts of the Brihat Trayee are held in great esteem for their renowned authorship and their antiquity as the original texts of the Ayurvedic scriptures. The works of the Laghu Trayee are works of later authors, which contain the quintessence of the Brihat Trayee in more lucid terms, and for this reason are valued equally highly by both students and practioners of Ayurveda.

I. BRIHAT TRIAD

 

Charaka Samhita (4 volume set)
text with English tr. by P. V. Sharma

Volume I (Sutrasthana, Nidanasthana, Vimanasthana, Sarirasthana, Indriyasthana) together constitutes a thesaurus of the basic elements of Ayurveda practice, including the quest for longevity, medicinal drugs and recipes, exposition of therapies, dietetics, psychological aspects of therapeutics (qualities of physician, etc.), classification of diseases, types of constitutions, origin of man and his diseases, debates and discourses by the ancient Rishis, regimens,disciplines, eternity of Ayurveda, characteristics and diagnosis of diseases and abnormalities, attributes of tastes, channels of circulation, treatments, empirical soul, embryological development, individual and universe, constitution of physique, enumeration of organs, method of procreation, indications of immanent death, etc.

Volume II (Chikitsasthanam, kalpasthana, siddhisthana) deals primarily with therapeutics with section on prevention and health promotion; includes rejuvenation therapy, aphrodisiacs, treatment of various diseases, including TB, epilepsy & insanity. Different therapies & medical compounds and pharmaceuticals are set forth in detail; treatment of anemia, vomiting, herpes, poisoning, alcoholism, ulcers, emetics, and more.

Volume III Critical notes and commentary, in Sanskrit and translation, on the text presented in Volume I (Sutrasthana, Nidanasthana, Vimanasthana, Sarirasthana, Indriyasthana). Incorporates the commentary of Jejjata and Cakrapanidatta, representing the erly medieval period, and that of Gangadhara and Yogindranatha, from the modern era.

Volume IV (Chikitsasthanam: chapters 15 - 26) Present notes, in Sanskrit and translation, of Jejjata, Cakrapanidatta, Gangadhara, and Yogindranatha, keyed to texts presented in Volume II (Chikitsasthanam, kalpasthana, siddhisthana).

4 Volume Set 2246pp (ISBN 897440501) OVERSIZE hb 150.00*
* Note: 30% maximum trade discount

Sushruta Samhita (3 volume set) translated by K. L. Bhishagratna

Volume I (Sutrasthanam) Includes origin of the Ayurveda and classifications, initiation of a student of Ayurveda, characteristics and influences of the seasons on health and drugs, surgical instruments, practice of surgery, characteristics, distinctions and development of various conditions, actiota and derangement of the Doshas, clinical observations, miscellaneous remedies, properties of drugs, food & drink, etc.

Volume II (Nidanasthanam, Sarirasthanam, Chikitasthanam, & Kalpasthanam) Covers diseases of the various systems (nervous, excretory, glandular, etc.), complications in birthgiving, the science of being, purification of semen, pregnancy, anatomy, treatments of wounds, ulcers, nervous disorders, and various diseases, rules of hygiene, elixirs and rejuvenators, toxic remedies, poisons and their treatment, etc.

Volume III (Uttara Tantra) On diseases of the eye and opthamological treatment, diseases of the ear and nose (causes and treatments), headaches, female disorders, digestive symptoms and treatment of diseases brought on through occult influences, symptoms and treatment of insanity, combination of Rasas, rules of health, etc. With comprehensive introduction, notes, comparative views, index, glossary, plates, charts, and appendices.

3 Volume set 1750+pp RARE TEXT hb 120.00*
* Note: 30% maximum trade discount

II. LAGHU TRIAD

Sarngadhara Samhita (A Treatise on Ayurveda)

translated by K. R. Srikant Murthy

       Designed to serve as a practioner's handbook, consists of 32 chapters of 2,600 verses in simple straightforward language. Includes ayurveda books, integral holistic health, macer's virtue of, natural ayurvedic cure herbs, prevention, samhita, stress reduction, handbook of ayurveda, of natural beauty, healing in Yoga, preventive, pre-natal education, metallic tibetan folk medicine, of tibet, herbal remedies, hatha yoga pradipika, massage therapy, materia medica, cure of eyesight, neem tree, nadi vijnana, pulse science, panchakarma, naturopathy, yoga for children, Svobodaweights and measures, time and collection of drugs, seasonal effects, examination of pulse and other methods of diagnosis, anatomy and physiology, digestion, constitution, enumeration of diseases, with major emphasis on the composition and preparation of medicinal drugs and recipes, and elucidation on the different kinds of treatments, etc. With index and appendices
(including glossary of names of drugs). 335pp

Oversize (ISBN 0897440560)
hb 42.00

laghu triad

General & Introductory Books on Ayurveda and Health

 

Alchemy and Metallic Medicines in Ayurveda

by Vaidya Bhagwan Dash

Metals and minerals which are very toxic in their unprocessed form have been converted by special processes into preparations for treatment of diseases by Ayurvedic physicians for thousands of years. Covers physico-chemical and philosophical concepts, processing of metals and minerals, gems and jewels, shell and bone, conversion of poisonous vegetable substances; with diagrams, index and appendices. 247pp

hb 27.00

 

for healthy livingAyurveda for Healthy Living

by T. L. Devaraj

General introductory work covering signs and symptoms, medical substances, and various therapies from a day-to-day practical perspective. Contains useful glossary of Sanskrit terms with English equivalents. 110pp

5.95

 

Ayurveda: Life, Health and Longevity

ayurvedaby Robert Svoboda

Highly readable comprehensive overview and practical guide to Ayurveda by the first westerner ever to become a licenced Ayurvedic physician in India. Includes history of Ayurveda, basic principles, anatomy/constitution, daily routine, food, diagnosis and treatment of disease, preparations of medicines, rejuvenation, etc., with index and U.S. addresses for Ayurvedic services. 332pp

HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.

13.00

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Ayurveda: Science of Traditional Indian Medicine

by Vaidya Bhagwan Dash & Suhasini Ramaswamy

This book introduces the lay reader to the basic principles of Ayurveda whose aim is to keep the body healthy in order to bring tranquility to the mind and satisfy the spirit. With helpful color illustrations. 84pp

(ISBN 8174360441)
hb 24.00

The other side of the story is that the traditional medicine of Tibet and such other countries do have successful treatment for these so called 'incurable diseases'.

~ Tibetan Medicine: Theory and Practice

 

Ayurveda: Mantra of Niramaya

INTERACTIVE CD ROM

Philosophy, basic priciples, history and pharmacology of Ayurveda, with videos on rejuvenation technices, Panchakarma therapy, and beauty techniques. Includes a mural gallary of paintings and listing of medical plants with FAQ's. 260 minutes duration with more than 1500 links.

CD ROM (ISBN 8190098527) 30.00

ayurvedic cures for common diseasesAyurvedic Cures for Common Diseases

by Vaidya Bhagwan Dash

By one of the foremost highly respected authorities in the field of Ayurveda. Highly recommended presentation of the therapeutic treatment of many common diseases and ailments. Handy for reference, with illustrations and indexes. 200pp

(ISBN 0897441552) 7.95

Ayurvedic Materia Medica

by H. V. Savnur

Includes theory & practice of Ayurvedic pharmacology, Tri Dhati theory, Prassana Dhatus, Mala Dhatus, Tridoshas, Ayurvedic pathology and treatment of diseases, with appendix on vitamins. 330pp

hb 32.00

Basic Asanas

by Pranab Kumar Bhattacharya

Covers 29 different asanas with photos, listing benefits. 15pp

2.00

child health careChild Health Care in Ayurveda

by Abhimanyu Kumar

One of the 8 branches of Ayurveda is known as "Kaumarabhrtya" (child health care). Includes Care of Newborn, Infant Feeding, Childhood Samskaras, Principles of Treatment and Drug Therapy, etc. Passages and recom-mendations are taken from classic sources such as Charaka and Sushruta Samhita. 337pp

hb 32.00*

* Note: 30% max. trade discount

Dhanwantari

by Harish Johari

Excellent introduction to Ayurveda for day-to-day practice. Includes the three gunas, right living, meditation, breath cycles, exercises, foods and fasting, home remedies, etc. 273pp

15.95

Everybody's Guide to Ayurvedic Medicine

by J. F. Dastur

A repertory of therapeutic prescriptions based on the indigenous systems of Ayurvedic and Unani medicines of India, with index and appendices. 412pp

19.50*

*Note: 30% maximum trade discount

flowersFlowers and Their Messages

by The Mother

The Mother removes the veil between human life and the richly vibrant world of plants and flowers to reveal the subtle realm of psychological and spiritual communication of "messages" that they radiate spontaneously, such as courage, aspiration, cheerfulness, receptivity, listed in index form. Beautifully illustrated with numerous artistic line drawings of the various flowers. Includes index of common English names and index of spiritual names. 308pp

(ISBN 8170582970) Oversize
17.50

Flowers and Their Spiritual Significance

by The Mother

How flowers can help awaken the spiritual consciousness and affect the different centers of the being. 96pp

(ISBN 8170600286)
4.95

ayurvedic medicineFundamentals of Ayurvedic Medicine

by Vaidya Bhagwan Dash

Thorough introductory work on Ayurveda covers historical background, fundamental principles, preventative medicine, medical practice, diet, drugs, yoga, study & practice, and other tradi-tional systems of healing. Highly recommended preliminary work on the subject. 246pp

(ISBN 0897440528)
hb 18.00

Gheranda Samhita

Translated by Vasu

Classic Sanskrit text on Hatha Yoga with English translation. On the purification of the physical body, asanas, and mudras, etc. Special Oriental Reprint Series edition. 59pp

hb 6.00

Handbook of Ayurveda

by Vaidya Bhagwan Dash

Co-translator and commentator of the classical "Charaka Samhita," one of the best authorities on the subject of Ayurveda, presents this expansive work of both scholarly and practical merit. Includes basic principles, practice of medicine, drugs, diseases and treatments, plus index. 221pp

(ISBN 0897440536)
9.95

A Handbook of Natural Beauty

natural beautyby Dr. H.K. Bakhru

Discover: Why water will do more for you than any skin cream; a delicious way to prevent tooth decay; a humble herb which makes your facial more effective; exercises for a "healthier, lovelier you" and more. 129pp

(ISBN 8172243707)
5.95

Hatha Yoga Pradipika: Light on Hatha Yoga

pradipaSwami Muktibodhananda (under guidance of Swami Satyananda Saraswati)

Original Sanskrit text and English translation with extensive, lucid and inspired commentary. One the best editions ever available, with illustrations and glossary. 641pp HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.

19.95

healthHealth, Food and Healing in Yoga

by The Mother

Mother discusses the questions of health and illness in relation to the practice of yoga, showing how yoga can set right the body-mind's workings to create health and balance in the nature. 300pp

Bible-paper travel size edition
4.95

Standard edition
(IISBN 8170580234)
6.50

Herbal Remedies: A Handbook of Folk Medicines

by Dr. Girija Khanna

Simple home remedies mainly from India for colds, fevers, infections, skin problems and a host of everyday ailments, including general tonics for health and longevity, with glossary. 157pp

4.95

tulsiHoly Basil Tulsi

by Yash Rai

Among all the trees, shrubs and herbs, Tulsi occupies a most respected and sanctified position, whether considered from the point of view of health, religion, metaphysics, or even decorative value. This book describes numerous applications of Tulsi in the Ayurvedic system of medicine. "A person that eats even five leaves of Tulsi a day is protected from a large number of diseases." 131pp

3.95

Indian Materia Medica
(2 volume set)

by Dr. K.M.Nadkarni

Considered to be one of the most comprehensive works on Ayurveda and a veritable encyclopedia of the indigenous medicinal plants of India. Contains detailed references on approximately 2000 herbs, including botanical terminology, common Indian and English names, habitat, parts used, varieties, action and common historical uses. Highly recommended resource for anyone with serious interest in Ayurveda. In 2 massive volumes. 2286pp

2 Volume set hb 95.00*
* Note: 30% maximum trade discount

integral healthIntegral Health

by Dr. Soumitra Basu

This book presents an integral approach to healing and covers the relationships between health and the psychic being (or soul), faith, yoga, and culture as well as the impact of the different planes of human consciousness on health. Illustrative case studies and a glossary are included. 147pp

7.50

Macer's Virtue of Herbs: A Classical Herbal Treatise

translated by Daniel Patrick O'Hanlon

Modern translation of the famous original work of Aemilius Macer, written in the early part of the 11th Century, a medieval Latin poem expounding in 2269 lines of rhymed hexameter the valuable healing properties of innumerable herbs. 125pp

Oversize format
hb 10.00

Massage Therapy in Ayurveda

by Vaidya Bhagwan Dash

By the renowned expert in the field of Ayurveda. Prescribed as a preparatory measure before administering Panchakarma therapies, massage promotes health and well-being both physically and mentally, is used as a preventative measure for recurring illnesses, and can be invaluable in curing several obstinate and otherwise incurable diseases. With appendices and index. 192pp

hb 22.00
pb 10.95

materia medicaMateria Medica of Ayurveda

by Vaidya Bhagwan Dash

Based on Madanapala's Nighantu, a store-house of therapeutically useful Ayurvedic medicaments of natural vegetable, mineral, and animal origin which produce, instead of unwanted side-effects, side-benefits in addition to curing disease. Instead of a running translation, this version furnishes a description of ingredients under various subheadings along with botanical English names. Includes index and appendices. 780pp

hb 42.00

tibetan

Materia Medica of Tibetan Medicine

by Vaidya Bhagwan Dash

This highly valuable reference resource, compiled by a well-known and respected authority in the field of Ayurvedic and Tibetan medicine, covers 568 Tibetan medicines using the Tibetan transliterated names and equi-valents along with Sanskrit and Latin botanical terminology. Each herb is illustrated, and a description of the properties and their therapeutic utility is included for each one. The text is followed by 4 cross-reference indices. Highly recommended research and reference tool for experts and those interested in deeper study. 694pp

Oversize (ISBN 8170303877) hb 75.00*

* Note: 30% maximum trade discount

Mind and Vision

by Dr. R. S. Agarwal

Handbook for the cure of imperfect eyesight without glasses by a renowned specialist in eye-cure and founder of the School for Perfect Eyesight in Pondicherry, India. 272pp

(ISBN 8170582180) 4.95

Nadi Vijnana (Ancient Pulse Science)

by Dr. Sarvadeva Upadhyaya

Comprehensive overview of the theory and practice of pulse diagnosis and treatment in Ayurveda, and a review of pulse science in other ancient traditions and in modern medical usage. 255pp

hb 12.00

nature cure for common diseaseNature Cure for Common Diseases

by Vithaldas Modi

On the practice and cures of Naturopathy through the use of water, mud-packs, diet and a host of other natural elements. A very inexpensive, simple and common sense approach to natural health and well-being. 197pp

5.95

panchakarmaPanchakarma Therapy in Ayurveda

by Diwakar Ojha & Ashok Kumar

An in-depth treatise on the five basic therapies of Ayurveda. Recommended for those already familiar with the basics of Ayurveda who are seeking more detailed and compre-hensive knowledge of the subject. 219pp

(ISBN 0897440579)
16.95

Pre-Natal Education

Sri Aurobindo Society

Integral and spiritual approach for parents-to-be.

47pp 3.95

Peace and stillness are the great remedy for disease. When we can bring peace in our cells, we are cured.

~ The Mother in Health, Food & Healing in Yoga

Secrets of Indian Medicine

by Dr. R. S. Agarwal

Background on Ayurveda and Indian Medicine with a main focus and in-depth coverage of eye treatment and diseases.

(ISBN 8170580684) 240pp 5.95

Surya Namaskar

by Pranab Kumar Bhattacharya

Pictorial pamphlet illustrates the various asana positions of the "Sun Salutation". 5pp

1.00

If your aim is to achieve happiness in this life, you must consciously select appropriate tastes in the food, drink, medicine, activity, climate, seasons and their 'substances' that you take into yourself to ensure that the rasa that results after digestion is sweet. When your internal space is filled with sweet rasa, it attracts external sweetness to it, according to the principle of 'like increases like', and harmony in life multiplies.

~ Ayurveda: Life, Health and Longevity

tibetan medicineTibetan Medicine: Theory and Practice

by Vaidya Bhagwan Dash

The traditional medicine of Tibet is a conglomeration of science, art, philosophy and religion, each closely depending upon the others. It has its own concepts of composition of the universe and body, physiology, pharmacology and pathology. This book covers both the principles and practical applications of this ancient medical science. 131pp

(ISBN 8170305195)
hb 18.00*

* Note: 30% maximum trade discount

Whispers of Nature

compiled by Vijay

A most wonderful and enchanting collection of stories, anecdotes, essays and quotations presenting a deeper insight into nature and her profound secrecies and harmonies of beauty. Highlighted with many photos throughout. An exceptional compilation. 87pp

(ISBN 8170600235)
2.50

Yoga for Children

by Swati and Rajiv Chanchani

A complete illustrated guide to yoga, including a manual for parents and teachers. Each yoga posture is explained through photographs, drawings and stories. Detailed instructions are provided. Figures illustrate several stages in performing the poses. The entire book is designed to inspire children. 175pp

HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. Oversize.
16.95

Yoga of Perfect Sight

by Dr. R. S. Agarwal

Authoritative work by a renowned eyecare specialist. A practical guide to the cure of imperfect eyesight, including excercises such as palming, candle light, and use of fine print as aid to eyesight, with illustrations. 223pp

(ISBN 8170582091)
5.50

 

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