Bibliograph

The age of the horse, an equine journey through human history, Susanna Forrest

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The age of the horse, an equine journey through human history, Susanna Forrest

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references (pages 371-398) and index

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illustrationsplates

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

The age of the horse

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bibliography

Responsibility statement

Susanna Forrest

Sub title

an equine journey through human history

Summary

Anthropologist and equestrian expert Susanna Forrest presents a singular, sweeping panorama of the horse's prominent role across time and in societies around the world. Combining fascinating anthropological detail and incisive personal anecdotes, Forrest illustrates how our evolution has coincided with that of horses. Unique, passionate, and insightful, this book investigates the complexities of human and horse coexistence, brilliantly revealing the multifaceted ways our cultures were shaped by this powerful creature.--, Adapted from book jacket

Table Of Contents

Evolution : an onion can turn into a lily -- Domestication : a tooth, a grave and mare's milk -- Wildness : a swift and savage breed -- Culture : horses strangely wise -- Power : hay is biofuel -- Meat : Americans don't eat horses -- Wealth : knight dreams and heavenly horses -- War : are horses warriors?

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