The Serpent Power
The Secrets of Tantric and Shaktic Yoga
(Author) Arthur AvalonWritten by a leading authority on Shaktic and Tantric thought, this book is considered the prime document for study and application of Kundalini yoga. It probes the philosophical and mythological nature of Kundalini; the esoteric anatomy associated with it; the study of mantras; the chakras, or psychic centers in the human body; the associated yoga and much, much more. Two important Tantric documents are included: The Description of the Six Chakras and Five-fold Footstool.
Arthur Avalon
Arthur Avalon, the pseudonym of Sir John Woodroffe, was a British scholar known for his groundbreaking work "The Serpent Power." His literary style was academic and esoteric, exploring the mystical traditions of India. His key contribution to literature was introducing Western audiences to the philosophy and practices of Tantra.