The Art of Horsemanship
The Art of Horsemanship Among the earliest known works on choosing, caring for, and riding horses, this book is still hailed--2,300 years after it was written -- as one of the most complete,…
Specifikacia The Art of Horsemanship
The Art of Horsemanship
Among the earliest known works on choosing, caring for, and riding horses, this book is still hailed--2,300 years after it was written -- as one of the most complete, thoughtful, and accessible guides of its type. Much of what we presently accept as common wisdom about horsemanship derives from this volume.A student of Socrates, Xenophon was an accomplished cavalryman and one of the foremost scholars of his day. Civilization has changed radically in the centuries since it was written, but the equestrian arts have remained essentially the same.
Morgan offers a fluid interpretation of the ancient Greek's advice, plus 38 carefully chosen illustrations. This translation by Morris H. Equestrians and other horse lovers as well as military history buffs and students of Greek culture will find The Art of Horsemanship a treasury of practical tips and enlightened