Horses Past and Present

Unveiling the Equine Legacy: Insights into Horse Evolution and Cultural ImpactBy Walter Sir Gilbey
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In "Horses Past and Present," Walter Sir Gilbey presents an eloquent exploration of the profound relationship between humans and horses throughout history. Straddling the realms of natural history and cultural analysis, Gilbey employs a meticulous narrative style that combines vivid anecdote with scholarly rigor. He delves into the evolution of horse breeds, their roles in agriculture, warfare, and leisure, while artfully intertwining personal reflections and historical accounts that capture the essence of equine companionship and utility. The book stands as a testament to the significance of horses in shaping human civilization, documenting their transitions from tools of labor to cherished companions. Walter Sir Gilbey, a noted British author and equestrian, brings an authentic voice to the subject, driven by a lifelong passion for horses and their myriad interactions with human life. His background as a horse breeder and his involvement in various equestrian practices inform his observations, allowing him to bridge both personal and historical perspectives. Gilbey'Äôs deep affection for these majestic animals imbues the text with an emotional depth that resonates with both horse lovers and scholars. This book is highly recommended for readers interested in equine history, animal-human relationships, and cultural studies. Gilbey'Äôs narratives provide not only a historical record but also a celebration of the horse'Äôs indelible impact on society, making it an indispensable addition to any library that honors the intersection of human and animal lives.

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GenreHistory
Length1 hr 42 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 18, 2019
LanguageEnglish

Table of contents

1Introduction
17ELIZABETH (1558-1603).
2ILLUSTRATIONS.
18JAMES I. (1603-1625).
3HORSES PAST AND PRESENT.
19CHARLES I. (1625, Behd. 1649).
4BEFORE THE CONQUEST.
20THE COMMONWEALTH (1649-1659).
5WILLIAM THE CONQUEROR (1066-1087).
21CHARLES II. (1660-1685).
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6WILLIAM RUFUS (1087-1100).
22WILLIAM III. (1689-1702).
7HENRY I. (1100-1135).
23QUEEN ANNE (1702-1714).
8HENRY II. (1154-1189).
24GEORGE I. (1714-1727).
9RICHARD I. (1189-1199).
25GEORGE II. (1727-1760).
10JOHN (1199-1216).
26GEORGE III. (1760-1820.)
11EDWARD II. (1307-1327).
27GEORGE IV. (1820-1830).
12EDWARD III. (1327-1377).
28WILLIAM IV. (1830-1837).
13RICHARD II. (1377-1399).
29HER MAJESTY QUEEN VICTORIA. Acc. June 20, 1837.
14HENRY VII. (1485-1509).
30LIGHT HORSES.
15HENRY VIII. (1509-1547).
31HEAVY HORSES.: FOOTNOTES:
16EDWARD VI. (1547-1553) AND QUEEN MARY (1553-1558).
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