{"product_id":"on-horsemanship-a-classical-guide-to-the-care-and-training-of-horses-9781515429081","title":"On Horsemanship: A Classical Guide to the Care and Training of Horses","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA concise and practical guide to the care, training, and proper handling of horses, written by one of antiquity's most experienced soldiers and horsemen.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eOn Horsemanship\u003c\/em\u003e, Xenophon offers clear instruction on selecting, maintaining, and riding horses, drawing on firsthand experience as a cavalry commander in ancient Greece. The work addresses essential aspects of horsemanship, including evaluating a horse's physical condition, developing trust between rider and animal, and applying disciplined yet humane training methods. His emphasis on balance, control, and mutual respect reflects a practical approach that continues to resonate with modern readers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWritten with clarity and directness, the text serves both as a historical document and as an early manual of equestrian practice. Xenophon's observations reveal not only technical skill but also a thoughtful understanding of animal behavior, making the work notable for its combination of utility and insight.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis edition presents the complete text in a clean and readable format, suitable for students, homeschool curricula, and readers interested in classical literature, military history, and the enduring principles of horsemanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Xenophon\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e SMK Books\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 04\/03\/2018\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 36\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.50lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.25d\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781515429081\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eXenophon:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - Xenophon (c. 430-354 BCE) was an ancient Greek historian, soldier, and philosopher whose writings provide valuable insight into the political, military, and cultural life of classical Greece. A student of Socrates and an experienced military leader, Xenophon combined practical knowledge with philosophical reflection, producing works that range from historical narratives to technical manuals and ethical treatises.His most famous work, Anabasis, recounts the march of Greek mercenaries through Persia, while other writings address leadership, governance, and daily life. In On Horsemanship, Xenophon draws on his experience as a cavalry commander to present one of the earliest surviving texts on equestrian practice. His emphasis on discipline, observation, and humane treatment of animals has contributed to the work's lasting relevance in both historical and practical contexts.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eThis title is not returnable\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"booksdeli.com","offers":[{"title":"Xenophon \/ Hardcover \/ English","offer_id":48867551477917,"sku":"9781515429081","price":28.48,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0619\/5648\/9373\/files\/img_29a85b10-8bab-4904-a0cd-e701375a2083.jpg?v=1788335870","url":"https:\/\/booksdeli.com\/products\/on-horsemanship-a-classical-guide-to-the-care-and-training-of-horses-9781515429081","provider":"booksdeli.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}