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| Body Learning: An Introduction to the Alexander Technique | 
 enlarge | Author: Michael J. Gelb
Publisher: Holt Paperbacks
Category: Book
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Avg. Customer Rating:  14 reviews
Sales Rank: 35531
Media: Paperback
Edition: 2
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 192
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.5
Dimensions (in): 9 x 6 x 0.5
ISBN: 0805042067
Dewey Decimal Number: 615.82
EAN: 9780805042061
ASIN: 0805042067
Publication Date: January 15, 1996
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Product Description
This new, fully revised and updated edition confirms Body Learning's status as the classic work on the Alexander Technique for maintaining the health and efficiency of the body.
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| Customer Reviews: Read 9 more reviews...
 Quick! September 28, 2008
The book was shipped and received very quickly. The book was also in great shape!! :)
 Not for me September 1, 2007
0 out of 5 found this review helpful
I found that practicing the alexander technique just took me further out of the present moment with its "thought directions" and emphasis on length and width. I've had much better results with the feldenkrais method.
Prevent Backaches! August 11, 2006
6 out of 6 found this review helpful
Gelb writes very clearly, with good illustrations describing F. M. Alexander's technique for good body use. Many actors, singers, and dancers use this technique, and many people who suffer from joint and muscle disabilities can benefit from this book. Gelb's personal experiences help the reader to understand how to benefit from the techniques and exercises he describes.
The clearest book on AT out there February 28, 2006
10 out of 10 found this review helpful
If you are studying the Alexander Technique - whether just beginning or a more advanced student - this book is a Must! Easy to read and digest, it should be on every teacher's list. However, it is important to note that the Alexander Technique can not be learned by reading books alone. Reading this book is not a way to learn the technique. But it is a terrific supplement to private individual lessons with a good teacher!
Clear, Informative, Inspiring February 25, 2006
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
I started practicing the Alexander Technique over the last couple months. My teacher "assigned" me this book to read, as part of our work together. It's an outstanding book. It's very clear and easy to read. Gelb offers many anecdotal stories and quotes and other stuff like that to make it more enjoyable and inspiring. He tells the fascinating story of how Dr. Alexander developed the technique. Then he proceeds to give a clear and practical explanation of all the different aspects of the technique. I learned a lot!
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