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England's Horses For Peace And War: Their Origin, Improvement, And Scarcity (1874)

England's Horses For Peace And War: Their Origin, Improvement, And Scarcity (1874)

Hunt, Vere Dawson De Vere

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ISBN10: 1166029417
ISBN13: 9781166029418
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 182
Weight: 0.55
Height: 0.39 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
England's Horses For Peace And War: Their Origin, Improvement, And Scarcity is a book written by Vere Dawson De Vere Hunt in 1874. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the history of horses in England, their breeding, and their use in both times of peace and war. The author discusses the origins of the horse in England, tracing its history back to the Roman occupation and the influence of the Arabian horse. He also explores the various breeds of horses found in England, including the Thoroughbred, the Hunter, and the Cob. The book goes on to discuss the breeding and improvement of horses, including the role of selective breeding and the use of stallions. The author also examines the impact of technology on horse breeding, such as the introduction of the steam engine and the railway. In addition, the book explores the use of horses in times of peace, including their use in agriculture, transportation, and sport. The author also delves into the use of horses in times of war, including their use in cavalry and artillery units. Finally, the book addresses the issue of horse scarcity in England, discussing the factors that contributed to the decline in horse numbers and the efforts being made to address the problem. Overall, England's Horses For Peace And War: Their Origin, Improvement, And Scarcity is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of horses in England.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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