The Great Horse Or The War Horse: From The Time Of The Roman Invasion Till Its Development Into The Shire Horse (1899)

The Great Horse or The War Horse: From The Time Of The Roman Invasion Till Its Development Into The Shire Horse (1899) is a book written by Walter Gilbey. The book is a comprehensive guide to the history and evolution of horses, specifically the development of the war horse into the modern Shire horse. The author traces the history of the horse from the Roman invasion of Britain to the present day, and explores the various breeds and types of horses that have been developed over the centuries.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of the horse's history and development. The first chapter provides an overview of the Roman invasion and the impact it had on the horse population in Britain. The subsequent chapters explore the different breeds of horses that emerged during the Middle Ages, including the destrier, the courser, and the palfrey.The book also covers the development of the war horse during the Renaissance and the role it played in battles and warfare. The author then goes on to discuss the various breeds of horses that emerged during the 18th and 19th centuries, including the Clydesdale, the Percheron, and the Shire horse.Throughout the book, the author provides detailed descriptions and illustrations of each breed of horse, as well as information on their physical characteristics, temperament, and uses. The book also includes a glossary of horse-related terms and a bibliography for further reading.Overall, The Great Horse or The War Horse: From The Time Of The Roman Invasion Till Its Development Into The Shire Horse (1899) is a fascinating and informative book for anyone interested in the history and evolution of horses.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.