Search Results: Equestrian from GlobalAcademics

Chicago, Illinois: Arabian Horse Club of America, 1941. Classic text authored by the prominent breeder of Arabian horses, presents a detailed study and history of the Arabian horse, including coverage of the various blood lines from antiquity, migration of the Arabian horses to the United States, great horses and their riders, producing the thoroughbred Arabian, the Arab registry, reports by well known horsemen, etc. 176 pgs. Illustrated. Frontispiece. Signed and dated by the author on the front endpaper. Prior ownership nameplate pastedown on front endpaper (opposing page to the signature endpaper); small crease and label removal mark on the spine; small stamp to lower title page and upper rear endpaper. Some scuff marks to upper outer edge. Gilt front cover. Minimal shelfwear.. Signed by Author. First Edition. Hard Cover. Very Good. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall. Ex-Professional Library.

Philadelphia, PA.: Lea & Febiger, 1977. Comprehensive reference text presents theory and practical applications of allaspects of shoeing, and the treatment and prevention of lameness in the horse. Topics covered include anatomy of the front leg; structures of the hoof; physiology of movement of the front leg; natural state and function of the hoof; effects of unnatural influences on hoof shape and function; conditions and practices responsible for unnatural hoof shape; causes, progression, signs, and diagnosis of navicular lameness; other lamenesses and abnormal conditions related to unnatural shoeing and hoof shape; treatments for navicular lameness; guidelines for shoeing and hoof care; etc. 271 pages. Illustrated. Minor creasing to lower corner of text from possible moisture exposure- does not adversely affect the general text. Small light scuff to rear cover. Minimal shelfwear.. First Edition. Hard Cover. Very Good. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall.

London, U.K.: Nicholson & Watson, 1947. Classic text written for the cross-saddle rider contains theoretical and practical techniques of horsemanship from a master military riding instructor. 88 pgs. 60 Illustrations. Minimal shelfwear and corner rubbing. Gilt spine. . First Edition. Original Cloth. Fine. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall.

Joep Bartels, 1994. 50th Anniversary edition of the equestrian sport annual, it is also the 125th anniversary of the beginning of competition Broad and High Jumping, which began in 1868 in Dublin., and the 120th anniversary of Dressage in competition form. 545 pgs. Profusely Illustrated, including colour and black & white photos taken by a select few of the world's top equestrian photographers at the Barcelona Olympics competitions. Tiny nick to upper corner.Text in English, French & German. NOTE: Heavy Item.. Pictorial Cover. Excellent. Folio - over 12" - 15" tall.

Lee's Summit, Missouri: Longview Publishing, 1991. Classic autobiographical text details the author's life and lifelong devotion with horses, particularly harness horses. Limited edition (limited to 1000 copies) photographic reproduction of the original 1947 edition, reprinted by Linda Newcom Jones, Storm Ridge Press. Published to preserve the legacy of Loula Long Combs and Longview Farm. Numbered 784/1000. Includes a reproduction of Loula Long Combs signature from the original authographed edition. 351 pgs. Illustrated. Gilt spine. Dustjacket in mylar. . Limited Edition. Hard Cover. Fine/Fine. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.

Kentucky: Thoroughbred Owners and Breeders Association, 1979. Comprehensive historic text contains the names of the 18,677 winners of all North American stakes races run during the seasons of 1928-1978, appearing under the names of their dams. Each of the 13,979 dams is identified by her colour, foaling date, sire, dam, and broodmare sire. The stallion section contains names of every sire of a Thoroughbred registered in the American Stud Book, 29,296 in all. 4,596 of which sired stakes winners in North America during 1928-1978. Includes foreign racing statistics pertaining to siblings of North American stakes winners. 1927 pgs. Illustrated advertising sections. Gilt spine. No noticeable shelfwear. Heavy item.. First Edition. Hard Cover. Very Good. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.

Boulder,CO.: Westview Press, 1983. Text includes selected technical papers from over 200 presentations at the International Stockman's School, Jan.2-6,1983 San Antonio,Tx. by reknown field experts in animal science, agribusiness, animal technology and management. Topics include genetics and selection, health, diseases, feeds and nutrition,animal management, economics, buildings, equipment, environment, etc. 414 pgs. Illustrated.. First Edition. Hard Cover. As New. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.

St.Louis, MO.: Saddle and Bridle, Inc., 1975. Detailed text examines the life and achievements of Tom Bass, who was born into slavery in 1859, who became an accomplished horseman, trainer, and breeder of horses, predominantly the American Saddle horse, which became a distinct breed in 1891. Based on extensive research by the author, including interviews with persons and relatives of Tom Bass, Bass family records and clippings, an Audrain County Historical Society television interview in 1960, and other research materials. 212 pgs. Illustrated. Dustjacket in mylar. Very minimal shelfwear.. First Edition. Hard Cover. Fine/Fine. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.