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Eyesight
Improvement Books
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There are many books available about
eyesight improvement,
some are better than others.
The following is a list of books I have read and that I like.
Some of these books
are available directly from Visions of Joy, as indicated by the yellow For
Sale sign. Add $5 shipping within the USA. To buy any one
of these books from Visions of Joy, make the appropriate donation
and please email me with the details of your
order.
Most of the other books are easy to purchase by clicking on its title, or by ordering from a
local bookstore.
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NEW:
Bates Method Nuggets
The Fundamentals of Natural Vision Improvement by William H. Bates,
M.D.
Compiled by Esther Joy van der Werf.
(2010) ISBN 978-1-935894-00-1
The golden nuggets of the Bates Method are the essential keys to
improving your vision naturally. All vital aspects of good
eyesight are covered in logical order. Simple one-page steps help
you make steady progress on your path to visual clarity. These are
all the 'page 2' gems published each month in Dr. Bates' Better Eyesight magazines.
Paperback, 128 pages, $15 + $3 shipping within USA, $5
to Canada, $10 to Europe.
Please inquire for shipping to other countries. Order by making a donation here.
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Perfect Sight Without Glasses
by William H Bates, MD (1920)
(Also known as The cure of imperfect sight by treatment
without glasses)
Visions of Joy offers Dr. Bates' original 1920 book for free as an
e-book!
Download Perfect Sight Without Glasses now.
In 1943, 12 years after Bates' death, his book was republished in an
abridged
version called: Better Eyesight Without Glasses.
Much of
the original text was edited out, and therefore it simply is not as
good as the original.
I have provided a
comparison of the various editions.
For Sale: For those
who would like to own a rare copy of the original 1920 book, I have
2 hardcover
first editions available at this moment. Prices are $50 and $95 each, depending on the condition the book is in.
The $50 book has a brown-red cover, it is in good condition, it has a
name and address penciled in the front but no other pen or pencil
markings. The pages have some yellowing from age. The front cover
has a crease in the middle but the book is tightly bound and overall it
is a very nice copy.
The $95 version is beautiful; it has a maroon red cover, is clean inside
and out, and it only has a few scuff marks on the edges of the cover.
Inquire if interested.
Also available are 2 copies of the hardcover edition of the revised book
from 1943. These are $20 each. (One with dustjacket, the
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Stories
from the Clinic
by Emily C. Lierman. (1926)
Written by Dr. Bates' assistant (and later his wife), this is another
excellent book that vividly describes Emily's experiences in helping
people regain perfect sight.
It is out of print and hard to find.. However, you can read it here! |
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Better Eyesight: The Complete Magazines of William H. Bates
edited by Thomas R Quackenbush.
(2001) ISBN 1-55643-351-4
Dr. Bates published his Better Eyesight magazines from 1919 to 1930,
and those have been compiled into this one book. This is extremely interesting
and inspiring material.
Note: This book does not contain the complete text of the magazines; a lot of editing was done.
To read the truly complete and unedited version, get the
magazine collection below in PDF format.
Get the unedited and truly
complete collection of Better Eyesight magazines; Now available
from Visions of Joy in searchable PDF format, for teachers and students who want it all! |
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Help Yourself to Better Sight
by Margaret Darst Corbett
(1949, 1972 reprint)
Margaret studied with Dr. Bates, and was an excellent natural vision teacher herself.
Also by Margaret Darst Corbett: How to Improve your
Sight (1938) and my favorite: Quick Guide to Better Vision
(1957). All three are excellent books!
For Sale: 1 hardcover
1954 edition with dj, of 'Help Yourself to Better Sight'. $19
2 hardcover
1953 edition with dj, of 'How to Improve Your Sight'. $19
1 hardcover 1945 edition (no dj), of 'How to Improve Your Sight'.
$19.
1 paperback
1957 edition of 'Quick Guide to Better Vision' previously
owned by Anna Kaye, who was a Bates teacher in San Francisco.
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Better Vision Now: Improve Your Sight with the Renowned Bates Method
by Clara Hackett with Lawrence Galton
(2006) ISBN 0-486-45253-0
Relax
and See, a 'golden oldie' from 1955 which was out of
print and extremely hard to find, has been republished in this paperback
format. It remains one of the best books on vision
improvement.
It has been given a new title, but the content is unabridged. |
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Use Your Own Eyes by W.B. MacCracken, MD. (1937)
Normal
Sight without Glasses (1945, this is a revised
version of "Use your own eyes")
These are a excellent books, but are rarely
found in second hand bookstores. The good news is that you can
download "Use Your Own Eyes" here for FREE! |
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Sight Without Glasses
by Dr. Harold M Peppard (1936).
Dr. Peppard studied with Dr. Bates himself and had a good understanding
of the Bates Method.
For Sale: Currently
4 hardcover editions available, 1 with dustjacket. $10 each. |
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Relearning to See: Improve Your Eyesight -- Naturally!
by Thomas R Quackenbush.
(1997) ISBN 1-55643-341-7
This is the book that got me started, it virtually is an encyclopedia
(506 pages) on natural eyesight. Especially parts 3 and 4 will be useful
for those new to NEI.
For Sale: Several
paperback copies available, new, $15 each.
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How to Improve Your Child's Eyesight Naturally: A Thoughtful Parent's Guide
(2004) ISBN 0-89281-130-7
by Janet Goodrich, PhD
Old version: Help Your
Child to Perfect Eyesight Without Glasses
(1996) ISBN 0-89087-870-6
The best choice if you want to help children improve their eyesight. Full of fun games.
For Sale: 2 paperback
copies available, new, $15 each.
Also 1 of the older version available, $10 |
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Natural Vision Improvement
by Janet Goodrich, PhD
(1985) ISBN 0-89087-471-9
Wonderful book.
For Sale: 1 new and
2 used paperback copies available. $39 and $20 respectively |
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The Art of Seeing
by Aldous Huxley
(1942) ISBN 0-916870-48-0
Aldous Huxley was near blind when he learned about natural vision improvement.
An easy to read, good book.
For Sale: 1
hardcover edition from 1942 available, no dj, in good condition, $15 |
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New
Techniques of Vision Improvement
A unique synthesis of vision training techniques from William H. Bates and methods of deep emotional release rooted in the work of Wilhelm Reich .
by Charles R. Kelley (1971)
Charles Kelley learned how to improve his vision from Margaret
Corbett. He became a teacher of the Bates method and linked Bates
work to Reich work. Worth studying!
This book, and others by Charles Kelley, are available from www.radix.org |
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Better Sight Without Glasses
by Harry Benjamin (1929)
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Improve Your Vision
by Martin Brofman (2004)
Your Inner Guide to Clearer
Vision |
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Improve Your Eyesight
by Jonathan Barnes (1987)
a Guide to the Bates Method for Better Eyesight without Glasses |
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The
Bates Method
by Peter Mansfield (1992) |
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Take Off Your Glasses and See: A Mind/Body Approach to Expanding Your Eyesight and Insight
by Jacob Liberman, OD, PhD
(1995) ISBN 0-517-88604-9
Simply a 'must read' |
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Improve
your Eyesight Naturally
by Leo Angart
(2005) ISBN 3-937553-08-8 |
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Eyebody,
The Art of Integrating Eye, Brain and Body
by Peter Grunwald
(2004) ISBN 1-877338-41-9
Nice book, combining Bates Method with Alexander Technique in
Peter's own unique way. |
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Greater Vision
by Marc Grossman, OD, LAc and Vinton McCabe, NVE
(2001) ISBN 0-658-00643-6
This includes homeopathy, Chinese medicine, and the spiritual side of
vision.
For Sale: 1
paperback copy
available, near new, $8 |
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Natural Eye Care: An Encyclopedia
by Marc Grossman, OD, LAc, and Glen Swartwout, OD
(1999)
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Cataract, glaucoma and other eye
disorders; Prevention and cure with proven natural methods
by John H Tobe (1973) |
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Healing the Eye the Natural Way: Alternate Medicine and Macular Degeneration
by Edward C. Kondrot, MD
(1999) ISBN 0-9672346-1-1
This book is aimed at people with Macular Degeneration, but it is also
a resource about other diseases of the eye. It includes recommendations
for a healthier lifestyle in several easy steps, and lists the best foods
for your eyes.
Also:
Microcurrent Stimulation: Miracle Eye Cure? by Edward C.
Kondrot,
MD. (2001) |
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Light: Medicine of the Future: How We Can Use It to Heal Ourselves NOW
by Jacob Liberman, OD, PhD
(1991) ISBN 1-879181-01-0
About syntonics, light color therapy, and the benefits of sunlight
For Sale: 1 paperback
copy
available, near new, $10 |
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Sunlight Could Save Your Life
by Zane R. Kime, MD, MS
(1980) ISBN 0-9604268-0-9
Dr. Kime gives the best explanation I've ever found on the
effects of sunlight on our health. This book, along with John Ott's
books, will give you a new appreciation for our sun!
For Sale: 1 paperback copy
available, in good condition, $45 |
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Light,
Radiation, and You: How to Stay Healthy
by John Ott, ScD Hon
(1982) ISBN 0-8159-6121-9
John Ott discovered that health (and vision) problems arise when we don't
get enough full spectrum light from the sun. Very interesting material. |
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Health and Light: The Effects of Natural and Artificial Light on Man and Other Living Things
by John Ott, ScD Hon
(1973) ISBN 0-671-47433-2
This timeless book takes the mystery out of UV rays and makes sense of the
contradictory messages which abound in the media today about whether or
not sunlight is good for you. Includes examples of people healing eye
problems such as Grave's disease.
For Sale: 1 paperback
copy available. Used. $8 |
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The
Healing Sun
by Richard Hobday
(1999) ISBN 1 899171 97 5
This book is about Sunlight and Health. I met Richard Hobday at
a Bates Method conference in London, and really like his work.
Richard brings the work of John Ott and Zane Kime into the 21st century.
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The
Light Revolution
by Richard Hobday
(2006) ISBN 978 1 84409 087 7
About
Health Architecture and the Sun; an important topic that is well worth
your time.
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Brain Gym (Teachers Edition: Revised)
by Paul E Dennison and Gail E Dennison
(1992) ISBN 0942143051
Great material for dyslexic people.
Also check Paul's books Switching on: The Whole Brain Answer to Dyslexia
and Vision Gym: Playful Movements for Natural Seeing
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The
Body has its Reasons
by Therese Bertherat and Carol Bernstein
(1977) ISBN 0 394 41134 X
A book about increasing body awareness and improving posture without 'exercises'!
Although learning practical skills is best done in person rather than from
a book, this book will certainly point you in the right direction.
It is based on the Mezieres method, which combines very well with the
Alexander Technique and/or Feldenkrais work.
This method can be a major aid to clearing your vision, as you learn how
to recognize and release chronic tensions in your entire body.
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Breathing
Development Books
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Secrets of Optimal Natural Breathing
by Michael Grant White
(2003) ISBN 1-883417-38-4, available from The
Breathing Store
The art and science of improved respiration without drugs
or surgery. Valuable information.
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Free Your Breath, Free Your Life: How Conscious Breathing Can Relieve Stress, Increase Vitality, and Help You Live More Fully
by Dennis Lewis (authentic-breathing.com)
(2004) ISBN 1-59030-133-1
How conscious breathing can relieve stress, increase vitality, and help
you live more fully. Great little book, lots of exercises to get you started.
Dennis also wrote The Tao of Natural Breathing |
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Ways to Better Breathing
by Carola Speads
(1978/1992) ISBN 0-89281-397-0 |
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Breathe Well, Be Well: A Program to Relieve Stress, Anxiety, Asthma, Hypertension, Migraine, and Other Disorders for Better Health
by Robert Fried, PhD
(1999) ISBN 0-471-32436-1
Bob is a professor of Biopsychology and an expert on breathing physiology.
He is Director of the Stress and Biofeedback Clinic of the Albert Ellis
Institute for Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy in New York City. His book
answers many questions about the science of breathing. |
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The Perceptible Breath - A Breathing Science
by Ilse Middendorf (1990) |
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Dr. Breath: The Story of Breathing Coordination
by Carl Stough (1970)
No longer in print, some (usually expensive) hardback copies are available
second hand.
It's definitely an inspirational story, yet it does not provide much
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Vision
books, other languages
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Translations of books by:
MARGARET DARST CORBETT:
- Vea mas sin anteojos, (1990, translation of Quick Guide To
Better Vision)
- Curacion de la Vista, (1990)
- Yoga des yeux (1979)
- Besser Sehen, Selbsthilfe gegen Sehfehler, (translated by Femina von
Werz, 1955, 1999)
- Augentraining, (Help Yourself to Better Sight, translated by Femina von
Werz, 1973)
JANET GOODRICH
- Spielend besser sehen fuer Kinder
LEO ANGART
- Vergiss deine Brille (Translation of Improve your
Eyesight Naturally)
- Gesund am Computer (2005)
More titles to follow. Suggestions of natural vision books to
add to this list are welcome!
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"Zie beter zonder bril of lenzen"
door Dr. William H Bates. (vertaald 1983) ISBN 90-6134-199-X
"Zonder bril leren zien" door Aldous Huxley.
(1942) Uitgeverij De Driehoek, Amsterdam
"Beter zien zonder bril" door H Benjamin.
(1950) ISBN 90-6030-369-5
"Een bril dragen: ja of nee?" door Dr. Marilyn
B Rosanes-Berrett. ISBN 90-6084-372-X
"Zien... een leven lang" door Dr. Wolfgang
Schultz-Zehden. (1989, vertaald 1995)
ISBN 90-6378-315-9
"Goed zien, beter lezen, beter leven"
door Christopher Markert. (1982)
Uitgegeven door Ankh-Hermes
bv - Deventer.
"'t Gezondheidsboek voor ogen" door John Selby
"Beter zien zonder bril"
door Jonathan Barnes, Uitgeverij Synthese
"Zo helpt de natuur beter zien" door H G Schmidt
"Leren zien zonder bril" door Bob van Laerhoven.
(1982) uitgeverij Elmar BV,
ISBN 90 612 0334 1
"Ademhaling" door Carola Speads (vertaald 1980)
"De ervaarbare adem" door Ilse Middendorf. Uitgegeven door Ankh-Hermes bv
(ISBN: 90-202-5205-4)
"De Tao van natuurlijk ademhalen" door Dennis
Lewis. (ISBN: 90-5501-496-6)
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