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This book chronicles the life and career of a self-taught horse trainer who rose to prominence in the mid-19th century. The author details his journey from humble beginnings on a farm to becoming a successful businessman and ultimately, a celebrated educator who revolutionized the way horses were trained. The book offers a glimpse into the social and economic landscape of the time, showcasing the burgeoning popularity of horse ownership and the growing demand for effective training methods. The author’s system, presented as both humane and practical, challenged the brutal and often ineffective practices common in the horse training world. The book is more than just a biography; it offers a fascinating exploration of the horse’s intelligence and capacity for learning, as well as a critique of the cruel and inefficient methods of the era. The author's system, based on understanding the horse's psychology and employing positive reinforcement, paved the way for a more compassionate and effective approach to animal training.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book chronicles the life and career of a self-taught horse trainer who rose to prominence in the mid-19th century. The author details his journey from humble beginnings on a farm to becoming a successful businessman and ultimately, a celebrated educator who revolutionized the way horses were trained. The book offers a glimpse into the social and economic landscape of the time, showcasing the burgeoning popularity of horse ownership and the growing demand for effective training methods. The authorââ â¢s system, presented as both humane and practical, challenged the brutal and often ineffective practices common in the horse training world. The book is more than just a biography; it offers a fascinating exploration of the horseââ â¢s intelligence and capacity for learning, as well as a critique of the cruel and inefficient methods of the era. The author's system, based on understanding the horse's psychology and employing positive reinforcement, paved the way for a more compassionate and effective approach to animal training. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781332344697_0
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