Morgan Horses: A Premium Essay On The Origin, History, And Characteristics Of This Remarkable American Breed Of Horses (1857) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781164930365)

Morgan Horses: A Premium Essay On The Origin, History, And Characteristics Of This Remarkable American Breed Of Horses (1857) is a comprehensive guide to the Morgan horse breed written by Daniel Chipman Linsley. The book provides an in-depth examination of the breed's origins, history, and unique characteristics that have made it a beloved icon of American equestrian culture. Linsley begins the book by tracing the history of the breed back to its founder, Justin Morgan, and the early days of American horse breeding. He then goes on to describe the physical characteristics of the Morgan horse, including its muscular build, short back, and intelligent expression. The author also details the breed's temperament, which he describes as being ""gentle, docile, and tractable.""In addition to providing a detailed description of the Morgan horse, Linsley also includes practical information on how to care for and train the breed. He covers topics such as feeding, grooming, and exercise, as well as tips for breaking and training young Morgan horses.Overall, Morgan Horses: A Premium Essay On The Origin, History, And Characteristics Of This Remarkable American Breed Of Horses (1857) is a valuable resource for anyone interested in learning more about this iconic American breed. With its detailed descriptions, practical advice, and historical context, this book is an essential read for both horse enthusiasts and scholars of American equestrian history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Daniel Chipman Linsley
ISBN-10: 1164930362
ISBN-13: 9781164930365
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 376
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.11lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.78d