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Captain Mark Phillips on Riding: A Complete Guide for Beginners
Captain Mark Phillips on Riding A Complete Guide for Beginners Author:Mark Phillips Mark Phillips is one of the world's foremost riders, an internationally renowned competitor - four-time winner of the Badminton Three- Day Event and holder of an Olympic gold medal- whose growing reputation as a teacher has made him sought after in both England and America. In this outstanding book of instruction for the novice, he has outli... more »ned all the fundamentals that will turn a rider into a horseman.
"There is so much to be gained from riding:' he says, "and I hope I can help you towards appreciating some of this by explaining a little about how I ride and train my horses:' He begins with the basics, discussing the choice of horse, school, and equipment, then moves on to first lessons and the processes of learning to jump, train, and compete. Providing a wealth of clear and detailed instruction, he considers the care of the horse in the field or in the stable. Stressing the importance of a sound daily routine, he advises on feeding, grooming, care of tack, and health care, and he includes a useful chart on common ailments - their prevention, diagnosis, and treatment.
An attractive, straightforward, and highly practical book, Captain Mark Phillips on Riding resounds with Phillips's special blend of affability and good sense. It is illustrated with more than 100 specially commissioned photographs of the author himself teaching his pupils at Gatcombe in England, and contains everything the beginner needs to know about learning to ride - and to ride well.« less