The American Horsewoman

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Karr, Elizabeth, 1843?-1925

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"The American Horsewoman" by Mrs. Elizabeth Karr is a practical guide focused on horseback riding for women, written in the late 19th century. This unique work aims to provide comprehensive instruction tailored specifically for lady riders, highlighting the differences in riding techniques and challenges faced by women compared to their male counterparts. The book appears to be a response to the increasing interest in riding among women during this period, emphasizing the importance of proper education and practice in riding gracefully and effectively. At the start of the book, the author introduces her aim to instruct American women about the art of horseback riding, citing a lack of suitable resources available for females. She discusses the physical requirements necessary for riding, the importance of outdoor activity for health and well-being, and the bond between horse and rider. Karr elaborates on various aspects of horse management and address the unique challenges faced by women in the saddle, advocating for a gentler, more empathetic approach to handling horses. Her personal experiences, insights into riding habits, and detailed explanations aim to empower women, encouraging them to embrace horseback riding as both a sport and a means of enhancing their physical and mental health. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Julia Miller, Jennifer Linklater 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.)

Notes:

Reading ease score: 60.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2012-09-06