“First-Hand Bits of Stable-Lore†offers a glimpse into the world of late 19th and early 20th-century equestrian practices. Francis M. Ware shares practical advice and firsthand experiences related to horse care, training, and stable management. The book delves into various aspects of equine life, from ensuring “absolute soundness†to understanding “horse sense.â€
Readers will find insights into topics such as thoroughbreds, steeplechasing, and the nuances of handling horses for different purposes, including “drag hunting†and driving “four-in-hand.†Ware's detailed observations cover everything from the proper use of a “snaffle†to the benefits of “flaxseed†in a horse's diet. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of equestrianism and the traditional methods of horse keeping.
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“First-Hand Bits of Stable-Lore†offers a glimpse into the world of late 19th and early 20th-century equestrian practices. Francis M. Ware shares practical advice and firsthand experiences related to horse care, training, and stable management. The book delves into various aspects of equine life, from ensuring “absolute soundness†to understanding “horse sense.â€
Readers will find insights into topics such as thoroughbreds, steeplechasing, and the nuances of handling horses for different purposes, including “drag hunting†and driving “four-in-hand.†Ware's detailed observations cover everything from the proper use of a “snaffle†to the benefits of “flaxseed†in a horse's diet. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of equestrianism and the traditional methods of horse keeping.
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.
This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.
As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
First-Hand Bits of Stable-Lore
348
First-Hand Bits of Stable-Lore
348
Product Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781023618144 |
|---|---|
| Publisher: | Hutson Street Press |
| Publication date: | 05/22/2025 |
| Pages: | 348 |
| Product dimensions: | 6.14(w) x 9.21(h) x 0.72(d) |