The Lady and Her Horse by T. A. Jenkins
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About this eBook
| Author | Jenkins, T. A. |
|---|---|
| Title |
The Lady and Her Horse Being Hints Selected from Various Sources and Compiled into a System of Equitation |
| Note | Reading ease score: 45.6 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by Julia Miller and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Summary | "The Lady and Her Horse" by T. A. Jenkins is an instructional guide focused on equitation, written in the mid-19th century. This book serves as a comprehensive manual intended for women riders, emphasizing the technical aspects and etiquette of horse riding. The likely topic revolves around teaching ladies the principles of good horsemanship, including mounting, riding techniques, corrections for vices, and preparing for various paces. The content of the book provides detailed instructions for proper riding techniques, beginning with an introductory address that highlights the joys of riding. Jenkins covers a range of topics, including the correct way to mount, maintain balance, hold the reins, and effectively communicate with the horse through aids and indications. The guide emphasizes the importance of comfort, grace, and confidence in riding, especially for women, advising on suitable riding attire and horse selection. Additionally, the text discusses how to correct equine vices and engages with the concept of soothing and animating the horse to maintain its well-being and responsiveness. Overall, the book aims to equip readers with practical skills and an understanding of the artistry involved in riding, ultimately fostering a harmonious relationship between horse and rider. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | SF: Agriculture: Animal culture |
| Subject | Horsemanship |
| Subject | Horses |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 37445 |
| Release Date | Sep 16, 2011 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 8, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 47 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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