On Horsemanship (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781169197695)

On Horsemanship is a classic book on the art of horsemanship written by the ancient Greek philosopher and soldier, Xenophon. The book is a detailed guide on how to select, train, and care for horses, as well as how to ride them effectively. Xenophon draws on his own experiences as a cavalryman to provide practical advice on topics such as the proper use of reins, the importance of a good seat, and the correct way to mount and dismount a horse. He also covers more advanced topics such as the training of warhorses and the art of horse racing. Throughout the book, Xenophon emphasizes the importance of treating horses with kindness and respect, and he advocates for a humane approach to horsemanship. On Horsemanship is a timeless work that remains relevant to modern equestrians and anyone interested in the history of horsemanship.To meet the case in which the horseman may chance to be leading his horse with the left hand and carrying his spear in the right, it would be good, we think, for every one to practise vaulting on to his seat from the right side also. In fact, he has nothing else to learn except to do with his right limbs what he has previously done with the left, and vice versa. And the reason we approve of this method of mounting is[8] that it enables the soldier at one and the same instant to get astride of his horse and to find himself prepared at all points, supposing he should have to enter the lists of battle on a sudden.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: Xenophon
ISBN-10: 1169197698
ISBN-13: 9781169197695
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 42
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.66lbs
Size: 10.00h x 7.00w x 0.25d