Yoga Mythology: 64 Asanas and Their Stories by Matthew Rulli and Devdutt Pattanaik

Yoga Mythology by Devdutt Pattanaik with Matthew Rulli connects sixty-four asanas with stories from Hindu, Buddhist and Jain traditions. Illustrations and photographs accompany explanations of the symbolism and ideas behind familiar poses.

Published by Llewellyn, it helps readers place yoga practice within an Indic cultural and philosophical setting. The emphasis is on enriching an understanding of asanas, rather than presenting a general anthology of mythology.