Audio Books →The Art of Horsemanship and on the Cavalry General by Xenophon [Audiobook]

Xenophon considers what features and qualities to look for in a horse-among them broad chest, wide nostrils, prominent eye, supple knees, positive manner-and the sound of the hoof, which indicates good feet. (The ancient Greeks did not shoe their horses). There are even useful tips on approaching the horse to avoid conflict. He discusses training over different terrains and many other useful tips. The translator, Morris H. Morgan, provides extensive notes, not just on technical pointers such as mounting without stirrups or saddle, but also by comparing contemporary sculptures where artists took licence over reality. Furthermore, Morgan provides a fascinating essay The Greek Riding-Horse, which is an extended commentary on Xenophon. Also on this recording is Xenophon's On The Cavalry General, a second treatise on horsemanship, but taking a different perspective.