Horses

A wide-ranging study examines the horse's natural history, tracing theories of its origin and the development of regional varieties shaped by climate and landscape. It discusses wild and domestic habits, breeding and management, and the practical consequences of importing strains into foreign environments. The narrative surveys the animal's role in human affairs, from ancient conquests to modern warfare, and offers hands-on chapters on horsemanship, pleasure riding, and the selection and training of military mounts. Drawing on frontier experience and naturalist speculation, the book blends practical guidance with reflections on evolution, color patterns, and the influence of terrain on form and temperament.