The Horse: His Beauties And Defects

By Anonymous

Book Overview

The Horse: His Beauties And Defects is a comprehensive guide to understanding the anatomy, physiology, and psychology of horses. Written by an anonymous author under the pseudonym ""A Knowing Hand"", the book provides a detailed examination of the horse's physical characteristics and how they relate to their performance and health. The book is divided into two parts, with the first section focusing on the horse's beauties. This includes a discussion of the horse's conformation, movement, and temperament, as well as an exploration of the different breeds and their unique qualities. The author also provides advice on selecting a horse based on its intended use, whether for racing, showing, or pleasure riding.The second section of the book delves into the horse's defects, including common health issues and behavioral problems. The author offers guidance on how to recognize and treat these issues, as well as tips for preventing them from occurring in the first place. Throughout the book, the author emphasizes the importance of understanding the horse as a complex and intelligent animal, and provides practical advice for developing a strong and respectful relationship with these magnificent creatures. Overall, The Horse: His Beauties And Defects is an essential resource for anyone who wants to deepen their knowledge of horses and improve their horsemanship skills.With A Few Hints To Inexperienced Purchasers.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1428609032
• ISBN13: 9781428609037
• Release Date: May 2006
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 88 Pages
• Weight: 0.37 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 7.5" x 9.3"