The Exterior of the Horse by Armand Goubaux and Gustave Barrier

The Exterior of the Horse

by

Armand Goubaux and Gustave Barrier

This is a comprehensive and informative book covering an in depth study of the head, body and legs of horses as well as locomotion, mechanics,  proportions, uses, vicious horses, vices and more. A landmark study of anatomy and movement, and a source for many other equine books.

Book Condition: very good condition for its age, front and rear hinges broken exposing webbing. Translated by Simon J.J. Harger. 346 figures and 34 plates by G. Nicolet. 916 pages, green cloth with slight wear. Philadelphia: Lippincott, copyright 1892, Second Edition. Hardcover. A nice copy of a hard to find book.