Horses and Horsemanship Through the Ages by Luigi Gianoli

HORSES and HORSEMANSHIP Through the Ages
by Luigi Gianoli

Large, comprehensive and extensively researched book on the horse. Nearly 800 illustrations in B&W and color, including rare photographs, engravings and paintings taken from sources all over the world. This book covers the beginning use of the horse then into the Middle Ages, then on to complete sections on the beginning of equitation and the teachings of the great masters. The development of the great riding schools, to modern riding and competition around the world today. Includes a chapter on horse breed throughout the world, as well as anatomy, care and treatment of the horse.

Large, hardcover book with dustjacket both in very good condition. First published in Italy 1967, this is the US edition by Crown Publishing copyright 1969, 441 pages