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100 1 _aHenderson, Robert, active 1866-1874
245 1 4 _aThe Barb and the Bridle :
_bA Handbook of Equitation for Ladies, and Manual of Instruction in the Science of Riding, from the Preparatory Suppling Exercises
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2012
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2012-02-11
508 _aProduced by Julia Miller, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
520 _a"The Barb and the Bridle" by Robert Henderson is a manual of instruction on equitation for ladies, written in the late 19th century. This book serves as a comprehensive guide, beginning with preparatory exercises and culminating in proper riding techniques, specifically tailored to help women become skilled horsewomen. The content emphasizes both the physical and technical aspects of riding, making it accessible for those without prior experience. The opening of the manual outlines the importance of riding as a physical activity that promotes health and beauty, particularly for women. Henderson discusses the initial preparatory exercises that young ladies should engage in before riding, emphasizing the necessity of developing suppleness and strength. He provides detailed instructions on calisthenics and other preparatory motions designed to enhance physical readiness for equitation, which is depicted as essential for graceful and effective horseback riding. The narrative sets the stage for a thorough exploration of the principles of riding, establishing a thoughtful and supportive framework for prospective riders. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aHorsemanship
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/38831
999 _c79670
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