Shiva-Lord of Dance

About The Book

Shiva: Lord of the Dance recalls captivating ancient tales of kingly sacrifices, sinister plots, ghastly armies, spontaneous incinerations and plummeting rivers that threaten the planet. These are stories of otherworldly passions and celestial dancing, worthy of retelling again and again. Coupled with over 30 full-color illustrations, this attractive mini book eclipses traditional symbolism, exploring the very nature of this complex god and how he relates to us. For many of us, the mention of Shiva's name conjures up images of an ash-smeared ascetic meditating high in the Himalayas, a protector of Parvati and Ganesh, or a dancing, destructive god. In traditional art, he is seen sitting on a tiger skin rug, his long matted hair tied in a topknot, adorned by the crescent moon. But who is this mysterious figure, and what does he have to teach us?

About James H. Bae

James H. Bae is a wellness expert, with a background in traditional medical research. His work is focused on preserving East Asian medical wisdom and contemporary yoga. James firmly believes that an understanding of Ayurveda, Chinese and Tibetan medicine including herbs, nutrition and bodywork will provide insights into yoga, and its profound therapeutic potential. Yoga is not only a vital discipline and art for the spirit, but a powerful form of myo-fascial medicine. Healing is inseparable from self-transformation. Whether it's through empowering others to find an optimal lifestyle regimen, offering support in the postpartum period, dealing with trauma, or recovering from injury there, James finds the principles and practice of Yoga entirely relevant.