Lectures on Horsemanship by Unknown
QR code
"Lectures on Horsemanship" by Unknown is a comprehensive instructional guide dedicated to the art of riding, aimed at both ladies and gentlemen. Written in the late 18th century, the text covers various aspects of equitation, including mounting, adjusting the saddle and reins, and maintaining proper posture while riding. This book provides an in-depth exploration of horsemanship, showcasing techniques and theoretical knowledge that were valuable to riders of that era. The content of
the book details step-by-step instructions for mounting and managing a horse, emphasizing the importance of a proper seat and the rider's relationship with the horse. It discusses the mechanical aspects of riding, including the position of hands, feet, and body to create a harmonious connection with the horse. Each section illustrates the practicalities of riding safely and effectively, alongside theoretical insights that highlight the equestrian practices of ancient civilizations. Ultimately, the lectures combine theory with hands-on techniques to cultivate a proficient and graceful rider. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Download for free
For your e-reader or reading app — Kindle, Kobo, Apple Books, Calibre etc.
Kindle → Use Send-to-Kindle
- Download the EPUB3 file above
- Upload it on the Amazon site your Kindle is registered with: amazon.com/sendtokindle for the US, amazon.co.uk/sendtokindle for the UK etc.
- It appears on your Kindle and in the Kindle app
Kobo, Nook etc. → Transfer via USB
- Download the EPUB3 file on your computer
- Connect your e-reader by USB and tap "Connect" on its screen
- Drag the file onto the e-reader drive
Phone, Tablet or Computer → Online or Reading App
Easiest: read online in your browser. Nothing to install.
Or use a reading app:
- Find and install one you like, for example Apple Books, ReadEra or Thorium Reader
- Download the EPUB3 file above
- Open it in the app
More help: iPhone / iPad · Android · Computer
Other formats & older devices
There may be more files related to this item.
About this eBook
| Author | Unknown |
|---|---|
| Title |
Lectures on Horsemanship Wherein Is Explained Every Necessary Instruction for Both Ladies and Gentlemen, in the Useful and Polite Art of Riding, with Ease, Elegance, and Safety |
| Credits |
Produced by Julia Miller and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 31.8 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | SF: Agriculture: Animal culture |
| Subject | Horsemanship |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 31957 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-31957-5 |
| Release Date | Apr 12, 2010 |
| Last Update | Jan 6, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 435 downloads in the last 30 days. |
Project Gutenberg eBooks are always free!