{"product_id":"on-horsemanship","title":"On Horsemanship","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA concise and practical guide to the care, training, and proper handling of horses, written by one of antiquity's most experienced soldiers and horsemen.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eOn Horsemanship\u003c\/em\u003e, Xenophon offers clear instruction on selecting, maintaining, and riding horses, drawing on firsthand experience as a cavalry commander in ancient Greece. The work addresses essential aspects of horsemanship, including evaluating a horse's physical condition, developing trust between rider and animal, and applying disciplined yet humane training methods. His emphasis on balance, control, and mutual respect reflects a practical approach that continues to resonate with modern readers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWritten with clarity and directness, the text serves both as a historical document and as an early manual of equestrian practice. Xenophon's observations reveal not only technical skill but also a thoughtful understanding of animal behavior, making the work notable for its combination of utility and insight.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis edition presents the complete text in a clean and readable format, suitable for students, homeschool curricula, and readers interested in classical literature, military history, and the enduring principles of horsemanship.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SMK Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53017608814912,"sku":"9781515429081","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0982\/8912\/3648\/files\/imageloader_2b01e12a-4050-47d4-972e-dc693a95a76a.jpg?v=1786544474","url":"https:\/\/silverstreetbooks.com\/products\/on-horsemanship","provider":"silverstreetbooks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}