Taoist Yoga: Alchemy and Immortality

A classic presentation of Taoist internal alchemy, this volume explores traditional methods of spiritual cultivation aimed at realizing the “immortal embryo” and achieving union with the Tao. Drawing on ancient Chinese texts, it outlines practices of meditation, breath control, and the circulation of vital energy, presenting the symbolic language of inner alchemy in a way accessible to Western readers. Lu K’uan Yu (also known as Charles Luk) was a respected scholar and translator of Chinese Buddhist and Taoist works, known for faithfully transmitting esoteric teachings to an English-speaking audience. This book will appeal to readers interested in Taoism, comparative mysticism, and practical systems of spiritual transformation rooted in classical Chinese thought.