Whip and Spur by George E. Waring
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"Whip and Spur" by George E. Waring is an autobiographical account written in the late 19th century. The book reflects on the author's experiences with horses, particularly focusing on his personal journey with various mounts during his time as a colonel in the Civil War. It showcases the special bond between humans and horses, with vivid descriptions of the animals and their roles in the author's life. The opening of "Whip and
Spur" sets the stage with the author's nostalgic reflections on his quest for a suitable saddle-horse while working on Central Park. He shares the challenges of finding a horse that meets both his standards and financial constraints, leading him to a worn-down mare named Vixen. The narrative introduces Vixen's backstory and their connection, emphasizing the transformative power of companionship and care, as he resolves to nurse her back to health. This initial passage hints at the themes of resilience, attachment, and the significance of horses in the author's life, promising a captivating exploration of his adventures with these noble creatures. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Waring, George E. (George Edwin), 1833-1898 |
|---|---|
| Title | Whip and Spur |
| Contents | Vix -- Ruby -- Wettstein -- Campaigning with Max -- How I got my overcoat -- Two scouts -- In the gloaming -- Fox-hunting in England. |
| Credits |
Produced by The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 57.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | SF: Agriculture: Animal culture |
| Subject | United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Personal narratives |
| Subject | Fox hunting |
| Subject | Horses |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 44492 |
| Release Date | Dec 24, 2013 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 407 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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