Graceful Riding: A Pocket Manual for Equestrians
Mastering Horseback Riding: A Comprehensive Guide for EquestriansBy Samuel C. Wayte
Length1h 12m
About this audiobook
In "Graceful Riding: A Pocket Manual for Equestrians," Samuel C. Wayte delivers an insightful and comprehensive guide tailored for riders of all skill levels. This manual combines practical riding techniques with philosophical reflections on the bond between horse and rider, written in a clear, engaging style that embodies a blend of technical proficiency and lyrical prose. Employing a step-by-step approach, Wayte emphasizes not just the mechanics of riding, but also the emotional and ethical dimensions of equestrianism, situated within the broader context of 19th-century horse culture and its evolving practices. Samuel C. Wayte, a distinguished equestrian and educator, draws from his extensive background in horsemanship and training to craft this manual. His passion for the equestrian arts is underscored by years spent observing the symbiotic relationship between horse and rider. Wayte's experiences may have been influenced by the burgeoning interest in horseback riding as both a competitive sport and a leisure activity during his time, further informing his emphasis on grace, confidence, and ethical treatment in riding. "Graceful Riding" is an essential read for anyone interested in equestrian pursuits, from novices looking to connect with their horses to experienced riders seeking to refine their skills. Wayte's holistic approach makes this manual not just a guide to technique, but a philosophical treatise on riding gracefully and ethically. This book is a treasured resource that invites readers to explore the art of riding as an enduring and enriching journey.
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GenreOther
Length1 hr 12 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateApr 25, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1PREFACE.
26LEAPING.
2INTRODUCTION.
27THE STANDING LEAP.
3DESCRIPTION OF PLATES.
28FLYING LEAP.
4PART I.
29SWIMMING A HORSE.
5CHARACTER AND MANAGEMENT OF THE HORSE, WITH DIRECTIONS FOR RIDING.
30BOLTING, OR RUNNING AWAY.
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6ON PROPERLY FIXING THE BRIDLE, SADDLE, &c.
31PART IV.
7THE BRIDLE.
32ADVICE TO LADIES.
8THE SADDLE
33THE HABIT.
9THE STIRRUPS.
34MOUNTING.
10ON MOUNTING.
35RULES FOR GAINING THE CORRECT POSITION IN THE SADDLE.
11POSITION IN THE SADDLE.
36THE POSITION IN THE SADDLE.
12PART II.
37THE ARMS.
13ON THE REINS, &c.
38THE LEGS.
14FOR HOLDING THE REINS IN ONE HAND.
39THE STIRRUP.
15USING BOTH HANDS.
40THE STIRRUP TOO LONG.
16RIDING ON ONE REIN.
41THE BRIDLE HAND.
17THE WHIP.
42GUIDING.
18PART III.
43DISMOUNTING.
19ON THE PACES OF THE HORSE.
44MAXIMS TO BE ATTENDED TO.
20THE WALK.
45WALKING AND RIDING.
21THE TROT.
46REMARKS ON SADDLERY.
22THE CANTER.
47BRIDLES.
23TURNING.
48THE THROAT LASH.
24REINING BACK.
49NOSE BAND.
25STOPPING.
50CHIN STRAP.
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