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Transnational yoga and western identities : culture, health and spirituality

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posted on 2011-01-01, 00:00 authored by Shelley Cowden
The thesis examines the varied interpretations of Yoga within the context of contemporary Western cultures and lifestyles. Using the work of sociological theorists- namely Bourdieu - and a qualitative research design, the thesis explores modern Yoga practices as they are interpreted by practitioners, teachers and within the fluid nature of social practices.

History

Pagination

268 p. : PDF file

Material type

thesis

Resource type

thesis

Language

eng

Degree type

Research doctorate

Degree name

Ph.D

Copyright notice

2011, Shelley Anne Cowden

Editor/Contributor(s)

K Lane

Faculty

Faculty of Arts and Education

School

School of Communication and Creative Arts