A Practical Guide to the Breaking and Training of the Young Horse

Robert Turner

ISBN 10: 1332275389 / ISBN 13: 9781332275380

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

About this Item

Print on Demand. This book is a guide for training young horses, written from the perspective of a seasoned horseman with over twenty years of experience. Published in 1851, it reflects the prevailing equestrian knowledge of its time, emphasizing a humane approach to horsemanship that prioritizes gentle treatment and building trust. The author, a firm believer in the inherent gentleness of horses, argues that vice is often a product of human ignorance or cruelty. The book delves into practical methods for handling, saddling, and training young horses, with detailed instructions on every step, from adjusting the bridle to mounting and dismounting. Throughout, the author stresses the importance of patience and kindness, arguing that these are the key ingredients for a successful and harmonious relationship between horse and rider. This book provides a valuable historical snapshot of equestrian training practices and a timeless reminder of the importance of humane treatment in achieving both a well-trained horse and a pleasurable riding experience. 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.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: A Practical Guide to the Breaking and Training of the Young Horse
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1332275389
• ISBN 13: 9781332275380
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • Pets and Animals

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Synopsis

This book is a guide for training young horses, written from the perspective of a seasoned horseman with over twenty years of experience. Published in 1851, it reflects the prevailing equestrian knowledge of its time, emphasizing a humane approach to horsemanship that prioritizes gentle treatment and building trust. The author, a firm believer in the inherent gentleness of horses, argues that vice is often a product of human ignorance or cruelty. The book delves into practical methods for handling, saddling, and training young horses, with detailed instructions on every step, from adjusting the bridle to mounting and dismounting. Throughout, the author stresses the importance of patience and kindness, arguing that these are the key ingredients for a successful and harmonious relationship between horse and rider. This book provides a valuable historical snapshot of equestrian training practices and a timeless reminder of the importance of humane treatment in achieving both a well-trained horse and a pleasurable riding experience.

About the Author

Robert H. Turner is Professor Emeritus of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Nevada, Reno (UNR). He earned a B.S. and M.S. from the University of California at Berkeley, and his Ph.D. from UCLA, all in mechanical engineering. He worked in industry for 18 years, including nine years at Cal Tech's Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL). Dr. Turner then joined the University of Nevada in 1983. His research interests include solar and renewable energy applications, thermal sciences, and energy conservation. He established and was the first director of the Industrial Assessment Center at the University of Nevada. For 20 years Dr. Turner has designed the solar components of many houses. In 1994 95, in a cooperative effort between UNR and Erciyes University in Kayseri, Turkey, he designed and oversaw construction of the fully instrumented Solar Research Laboratory at Erciyes University, featuring 130 square meters of site-integrated solar collectors. His interest in applications has led Dr. Turner to maintain an active consulting practice. Dr. Turner is a registered Professional Engineer and is a member of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) and the American Society of Heating, Refrigeration, and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE).