Reflections on Equestrian Art

Reflections on Equestrian Art

Author: Nuno Oliveira

Publisher: J.A. Allen

Published: 1988

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780851314617

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Nuno Oliveira was one of the last of the great international riding masters. He revealed much of his own personality and philosophy in his writing, examining and explaining classical techniques with clarity and brilliance. The book emphasizes lightness and harmony, reflecting a deep love and respect for the horse.


Schooling and Riding the Sport Horse

Schooling and Riding the Sport Horse

Author: Paul D. Cronin

Publisher: University of Virginia Press

Published: 2004

Total Pages: 324

ISBN-13: 9780813922874

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The director of the riding program at Sweet Briar College for more than 30 years, Cronin is a well-known and highly respected trainer and riding instructor. Here he presents a clear and practical guide to getting the most out of a horse in a humane and sensitive way.


Art, Life, Reflections

Art, Life, Reflections

Author: Toni Carmine Salerno

Publisher: Blue Angel Gallery

Published: 2005

Total Pages: 184

ISBN-13: 9780957914940

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For the first time ever - all of Toni Carmine Salerno's most illuminating and beloved paintings together in one beautifully packaged hard-cover artbook.This 180-page book, featuring over 140 full-colour paintings and an in-depth discussion with Toni Carmine Salerno, 'Art, Life, Reflections' is the first retrospective of this inspirational artist's work.With all of Toni's most popular paintings and many that have never been published before, this book will give you a glimpse into the heart and soul of Toni Carmine Salerno as he talks candidly about art, life and spirit.


Nothing Is Impossible

Nothing Is Impossible

Author: Christopher Reeve

Publisher: Random House

Published: 2002-09-24

Total Pages: 156

ISBN-13: 1588361098

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NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • The legendary star of Superman and author of Still Me reflects on the power of hope and the limitless potential in each of us. “Graceful, persuasive . . . A reflective mixture of policy advocacy, personal philosophy, and candid self-observation.”—The Philadelphia Inquirer Christopher Reeve has mastered the art of turning the impossible into the inevitable. In these candid reflections, Reeve shows that we are all capable of overcoming seemingly insurmountable hardships. He teaches us that for able-bodied people, paralysis is a choice—a choice to live with self-doubt and a fear of taking risks—and that it is not an acceptable one. Reeve knows from experience that the work of conquering inner space is hard and that it requires some suffering—after all, nothing worth having is easy to attain. He asks challenging questions about why it seems so difficult—if not impossible—for us to work together as a society. Thoughtful and inspiring, Nothing Is Impossible reminds us that life is not to be taken for granted but to be lived fully with zeal, curiosity, and gratitude.


Academic Equitation

Academic Equitation

Author: General Decarpentry

Publisher: Trafalgar Square Books

Published: 2012-01-27

Total Pages: 407

ISBN-13: 157076607X

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Originally written and published in 1949, Academic Equitation was considered by dressage experts to be the most important contribution to classical training in the twentieth century. This book was intended as a preparation for international dressage competitions but is far more than this. It discusses the subjects of academic equitation, the riding master and the choice of horse before introducing the reader to the author's systematic program, covering the very early training right up to the most advanced movements. The appendix deals with lungeing, work in hand, long reins and pillar work. General Decarpentry was not only a distinguished scholar of artistic equitation but also equally versed in putting the theories into practice. He deals with the education of the young horse and the complications and details of advanced schooling with the hand of a master. Although he claims that nothing in the book is his—his training system is based on the methods of D'Aure, Baucher and L'Hotte—the General's wisdom and deep knowledge are manifest throughout. It was the General's great wish that traditional teachings on the art of equitation should not be lost to those who wished to study equitation. In this most important work he has succeeded in presenting these teachings in such a way that allows both layman and expert to obtain a deeper insight into this fascinating subject.


Balance in Movement

Balance in Movement

Author: Susanne Von Dietze

Publisher:

Published: 2015-12-08

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781570767449

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The art of successful riding is the development of harmony to such a degree, that, to the onlooker, horse and rider perform in total unity. The rider's key to this ideal is not a static seat, but one that is capable of adapting to all movements of the horse. The closer the seat follows the movement, the better it can influence that movement and remain in perfect balance with the horse. With the perception of a physical therapist Susanne von Dietze analyzes the seat and its influence, and discovers the sources of numerous mistakes and weaknesses in this area; and with the perception of an experienced trainer she gives explanations for a greater understanding and suggests many useful exercises. First published in 1993, Balance in Movement, has long since become a classic in equestrian sports literature. It is an indispensable source of advice for all who would like to have a better understanding and command of the rider's seat, teachers and students alike.


Collection Or Contortion?

Collection Or Contortion?

Author: Gerd Heuschmann

Publisher:

Published: 2017

Total Pages: 112

ISBN-13: 9781570767777

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Ten years ago, Dr. Gerd Heuschmann rocked the equestrian world with his international bestseller Tug of war, a searing indictment of modern training and riding techniques that are sometimes used to the detriment of the horse. Now Dr. Heuschmann returns with this new book: a critical examination of two conceptsflexion and bendthat are necessary to understand in absolute terms when the goal is to achieve collection on horseback. Citing the many masters of classical dressage who wrote essays and even entire books about flexion at the horse's poll and longitudinal bend of the horse's body, Dr. Heuschmann strives to conflate the often complex classic literature with the results of his own studies as an expert in equine anatomy and biomechanics, supporting his explanations with precise illustrations and numerous photographs. The outcome is a book that finally makes the concepts of flexion and bendand ultimately, collectioneasy to understand, promising more correct, conscientious riding, better results in training and competition, and happier, healthier horses in the long run.