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Priya Vrat Sharma
ISBN 9788120815179
Rs. 560
Motilal Banarsidass
Essentials of Ayurveda
text and translation of Ṣoḍaśāṅgahṛdayam
Who it's for: students and teachers of Ayurveda
'Essentials of Ayurveda' by Priya Vrat Sharma offers a comprehensive exploration of ancient Indian medicine, encapsulating the core principles and practices across its sixteen specialities. Composed in a traditional scholarly style and translated into English by the author himself, this work provides a foundational understanding of Ayurveda as a complete system.Why You Should Read? Gain a comprehensive overview of all sixteen specialities of Ayurveda. Acquire practical working knowledge of Ayurvedic principles and practices. Benefit from an authoritative text written in a traditional scholarly style, translated by the author. An essential resource for students, teachers, and anyone seeking to understand Ayurveda easily.
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- Covers all sixteen specialities of Ayurveda
- Author's own English translation
- Traditional scholarly style
- Provides practical working knowledge
- 296 pages, published 1998
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What is the book about?
It is a comprehensive exploration of Ayurveda, covering its core principles and practices across sixteen specialities, presented in a traditional scholarly style and translated into English by the author.
Who is the author?
Priya Vrat Sharma, who also translated the text into English.
What is the original text?
The Ṣoḍaśāṅgahṛdayam, a classical Ayurvedic text, which the book presents with translation.
Who would benefit from this book?
Students, teachers, and anyone seeking to understand Ayurveda easily, as it provides a foundational understanding and practical knowledge.