Learning to Ride, Hunt and Show

Wright, Gordon

ISBN 10: 0385051824 / ISBN 13: 9780385051828

Published by Doubleday & Co, 1966

About this Item

Second Edition, Later Printing. Not price-clipped ($6.95 price intact). Published by Doubleday & Company, 1966. Quarto. Gray cloth boards stamped in gold. Book is very good. Sharp corners and spine straight. Binding tight and pages crisp. Spotting to page ends and endpapers. Previous owner name on flyleaf. Dust jacket is very good with shelf wear, edge wear, and tears. A very good copy of this profusely illustrated guide to horseback riding for all ages. 128 pages. ISBN: 0385051824. 100% positive feedback. 30 day money back guarantee. NEXT DAY SHIPPING! Excellent customer service. Please email with any questions or if you would like a photo. All books packed carefully and ship with free delivery confirmation/tracking. All books come with free bookmarks. Ships from Southampton, New York. We Buy Books! Individual titles, libraries, collections. Message us if you have books to sell!

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Learning to Ride, Hunt and Show
• Publisher: Doubleday & Co
• Publication Date: 1966
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0385051824
• ISBN 13: 9780385051828
• Binding: Hardcover
• Illustrator: Savitt, Sam
• Condition: Very Good
• Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good
• Seller catalogs:
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About this title

Synopsis

Gordon Wright, the "founding father" of hunter-seat horsemanship is revered by generations of riders at all levels. This book, first published in 1966, covers the fundamentals of riding on the flat and over fences, both at home and in competition. There are also chapters on horse anatomy, stable management, and tack and other equipment, as well as foxhunting and polo (two sports in which the well-round horseman and horsewoman took part)."

From the Inside Flap

Originally published in 1966, Learning to Ride, Hunt, and Show is still today recognized by many equestrians as the essential handbook for riders of every skill level. Written by Gordon Wright, acknowledged to be the founding father of American horsemanship, this book every aspect of the fundamentals of riding, including chapters devoted to: · Horse anatomy · Tips on grooming · Trotting, galloping, and cantering · Jumping · Caring for a horse during illness · Equipment · Stable management Whether you are a young rider looking to learn the fundamentals or a veritable professional seeking to perfect your technique, Learning to Ride, Hunt, and Show is an indispensable guide to all aspects of horsemanship.