The Horsewoman: A Practical Guide to Side-Saddle Riding, 2nd. Ed
Mastering Tradition: A Comprehensive Guide to Side-Saddle RidingBy Alice M. Hayes
Length8h 49m
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In "The Horsewoman: A Practical Guide to Side-Saddle Riding, 2nd Ed," Alice M. Hayes deftly navigates the intricacies of side-saddle riding, blending technical expertise with an appreciation for the historical and cultural significance of this elegant equestrian discipline. The book is structured to cater to riders of all skill levels, offering detailed guidance on horsemanship, safety, and style, all couched in Hayes' approachable yet authoritative prose. Enhanced by compelling illustrations and real-life anecdotes, this second edition expands upon the original, reflecting evolving practices while maintaining a strong connection to traditional methods. Alice M. Hayes, a prominent figure in the equestrian community, has long been an advocate for side-saddle riding. Her extensive background, including years of competitive riding and coaching, informs her insightful exploration of this ancestral art. Hayes's passion stems from her desire to preserve the elegance and technique of side-saddle, a pursuit she champions through both her writing and mentorship, encouraging new generations to appreciate this unique form of riding. This book is an essential read for equestrians, riding enthusiasts, and anyone captivated by the allure of side-saddle riding. Hayes's meticulous attention to detail and genuine encouragement empower readers to embrace the challenge with confidence and grace. Whether one seeks a deeper understanding of equestrian skills or simply wishes to appreciate side-saddle riding's rich heritage, Hayes provides a comprehensive resource that will inspire and educate.
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Length8 hrs 49 mins
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FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 12, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1PREFACE.
60HANDS.
2THE HORSEWOMAN.
61VOICE.
3CHAPTER I. BEGINNING TO RIDE.
62WHIP.
4CHAPTER II. HORSES FOR LADIES.
63SPUR.
5CHAPTER III. SIDE-SADDLES.
64CHAPTER X. FIRST LESSONS IN RIDING.
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6DESCRIPTION OF A SIDE-SADDLE.
65THE WALK.
7SADDLE TREE.
66TURNING.
8COVERING OF A SIDE-SADDLE.
67THE HALT.
9PANEL.
68THE TROT.
10THE LEAPING HEAD
69THE CANTER.
11STIRRUP-LEATHER.
70GALLOP.
12SAFETY BARS.
71JUMPING.
13SAFETY STIRRUPS,
72REINING BACK.
14GIRTHS.
73CHAPTER XI. RIDING ACROSS COUNTRY.
15BALANCE STRAP.
74“MADE” FENCES.
16BREAST-PLATE.
75PRACTICE OVER NATURAL FENCES.
17WEIGHT OF A SIDE-SADDLE.
76CHAPTER XII. HACKING.
18SHAPE OF THE SEAT OF A SIDE-SADDLE.
77CHAPTER XIII. RIDING WITHOUT REINS.
19THE SADDLE MUST FIT THE RIDER.
78CHAPTER XIV. NERVE.
20CRUPPER.
79CHAPTER XV. FENCES, COUNTRY AND GATES.
21NUMDAHS AND SADDLE-CLOTHS.
80CHAPTER XVI. HUNTING.
22SIDE-SADDLES FOR CHILDREN.
81WHEN LADIES BEGAN TO HUNT.
23SADDLING A HORSE.
82HUNT SUBSCRIPTIONS.
24PREVENTION OF SORE BACKS.
83IN THE FIELD.
25CLEANING A SADDLE.
84CUB-HUNTING.
26CHAPTER IV. BRIDLES.
85KICKERS AND RED BOWS.
27DESCRIPTION OF A BRIDLE.
86BLOOD.
28VARIETIES OF BITS.
87COMING HOME.
29SNAFFLES.
88RIDER’S PHYSICAL CONDITION.
30CURBS.
89TIPS AND THANKS.
31PELHAMS.
90THE HORN.
32NOSE-BANDS.
91HIRELINGS.
33REINS.
92FARMERS AND WIRE.
34MARTINGALES.
93PILOTS.
35ADJUSTMENT OF THE BRIDLE.
94FALLS.
36CHAPTER V. RIDING DRESS.
95CHAPTER XVII. RIDING AND HUNTING ABROAD.
37HABITS AND SAFETY SKIRTS.
96CHAPTER XVIII. WALKING FOXHOUND PUPPIES.
38BREECHES.
97CHAPTER XIX. KINDNESS TO HORSES.
39UNDERCLOTHING.
98CHAPTER XX. CROSS-SADDLE RIDING FOR LADIES.
40HATS.
99CHAPTER XXI. RIDING DIFFICULT HORSES.
41BOOTS.
100GENERAL REMARKS.
42GLOVES.
101SHYING.
43RIDING UNDER-BODICE, HUNTING-TIES, COLLARS, CUFFS AND TIES.
102STUMBLING.
44CHAPTER VI. MOUNTING AND DISMOUNTING.
103DANCING AND PRANCING.
45MOUNTING.
104THROWING UP THE HEAD.
46DISMOUNTING,
105HABIT-SHY.
47CHAPTER VII. HOW TO HOLD THE REINS.
106JIBBING.
48PRINCIPLES.
107SHOULDERING.
49HOLDING SINGLE REINS IN BOTH HANDS.
108BACKING.
50HOLDING SINGLE REINS IN ONE HAND.
109PULLING.
51HOLDING DOUBLE REINS IN BOTH HANDS.
110REFUSING.
52HOLDING DOUBLE REINS IN ONE HAND.
111BORING.
53SHORTENING THE REINS.
112KICKING.
54MILITARY METHOD OF HOLDING THE REINS.
113BUCK-JUMPING.
55RESPECTIVE MERITS OF ONE-HANDED AND TWO-HANDED RIDING.
114REARING.
56CHAPTER VIII. THE SEAT.
115CHAPTER XXII. NAMES OF EXTERNAL PARTS OF THE HORSE.
57THEORY OF THE SEAT.
116INDEX.
58PRACTICAL DETAILS.
117BOOKS ON HORSES.
59CHAPTER IX. HANDS, VOICE, WHIP AND SPUR.
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