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The age of the horse: an equine journey through human history
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New York : Atlantic Monthly Press, 2017.
Physical Desc:
xi, 418 pages, 16 unnumbered pages of plates : illustrations ; 24 cm
Status:
Central
636.1009 F729 2017
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Anthropologist and equestrian expert Susanna Forrest presents a singular, sweeping panorama of the horse's prminent role across time and in societies around the world. Combining fascinating anthropological detail and incisive personal anecdotes, Forrest illustrates how our evolution has coincided with that of horses. Unique, passionate, and insightful, this book investigates the complexities of human and horse coexistence, brilliantly revealing the multifaceted ways our cultures were shaped by this powerful creature --

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First Grove Atlantic hardcover edition.
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9780802126511, 0802126510

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Includes bibliographical references (pages 371-398) and index.
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Anthropologist and equestrian expert Susanna Forrest presents a singular, sweeping panorama of the horse's prminent role across time and in societies around the world. Combining fascinating anthropological detail and incisive personal anecdotes, Forrest illustrates how our evolution has coincided with that of horses. Unique, passionate, and insightful, this book investigates the complexities of human and horse coexistence, brilliantly revealing the multifaceted ways our cultures were shaped by this powerful creature --,adapted from book jacket.
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Forrest, S. (2017). The age of the horse: an equine journey through human history. First Grove Atlantic hardcover edition. New York, Atlantic Monthly Press.

Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation (style guide)

Forrest, Susanna. 2017. The Age of the Horse: An Equine Journey Through Human History. New York, Atlantic Monthly Press.

Chicago / Turabian - Humanities Citation (style guide)

Forrest, Susanna, The Age of the Horse: An Equine Journey Through Human History. New York, Atlantic Monthly Press, 2017.

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Forrest, Susanna. The Age of the Horse: An Equine Journey Through Human History. First Grove Atlantic hardcover edition. New York, Atlantic Monthly Press, 2017.

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