Books

There are many introductory books on the Alexander Technique now on the market - which one is right for you is to some extent a matter of preference.  I have a good selection that you can look at and borrow if you wish.  Here are a few of my favourites.

Understanding the Alexander Technique: Joan Diamond
A small attractive book which gives a good overview of what the Technique is about
(Free copy with first course of lessons)

Busy Body - Stress free posture for modern life: Penny Ingham
Featuring simple practical advice and tips for looking after yourself in the workplace

Body Learning: an Introduction to the Alexander Technique: Michael Gelb
The classic introductory book

The Art of Changing: Glen Park
Introduction to principles, and also an exploration of the relationship between AT and energy work

Other books

Use of the Self: F M Alexander 
Alexander's most accessible book, telling the story of his discoveries

How to learn the Alexander Technique, a manual for students: Barbara Conable
An exploration of 'body-mapping' - how our ideas about the structure and function of our bodies affect how we use them

Back Trouble, a New Approach to Prevention and Recovery: Deborah Caplan
Written by an AT teacher and physiotherapist

Comfort at your Computer - Body Awareness Training for Painfree Computer Use: Paul Linden
A comprehensive manual for desk-workers

CDs 

There are also several CDs available which talk you through semi-supine (the Alexander position of constructive rest), reminding you of the principles and thoughts which help you to become more aware of and to release your habits of tension, which you will learn about in lessons. I have copies of most of these which are available to borrow and then buy if you wish, as preference is again quite personal.

Body Magic - How to use the Power of the Mind to Release Body Tension:   Kirsten Harris

Breathe: Lessons in the Alexander Technique:   Kirsten Harris

http://kirstenharrisart.com/alexander.html

Coming Home to You:  Duncan Coppock          

The Art of Changing:   Glen Park

http://www.glenpark.org.uk/pages/glenpark1.htm

Web Links

http://www.stat.org.uk  STAT
The website of the Society of Teachers of the Alexander Technique.  For more information about AT, and lists of teachers worldwide

http://www.alexandertechnique.com - The Complete Guide to the Alexander Technique.
Everything you could ever ask about the Technique, including information about research, and articles about AT and pain relief, ergonomics, sport, pregnancy, Pilates and yoga

http://alextech-ffm.de/books - Peter Brunner can supply almost all Alexander Technique books, CDs and DVDs.  Great service. 

http://bodymap.org/  - Body mapping - see Barbara Conable book above. Lots of articles of especial interest to musicians

http://www.alexanderworks.org.uk/  - A Liverpool teacher Philip Pawley's site, which has useful information on various conditions, and on breathing.

http://www.angelfire.com/ma3/aardvark100/index.htm  - A student's experience of the Alexander Technique

http://www.studiolhp.com/  - The website of Laura Higgins Palmer, the wonderful artist whose drawing 'Into Spring' appears on these pages