Fine Horses and Fair-Minded Riders : Modern Vaquero Horsemanship – JuliAnna Ávila

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Fine Horses and Fair-Minded Riders explores modern Vaquero horsemanship as much more than a collection of riding techniques. It looks at a living tradition shaped by history, culture, practical experience and, above all, the relationship between horses and humans.

JuliAnna Ávila traces the historical roots of Vaquero horsemanship and examines how its principles continue to be learned, practised and adapted by riders today. Drawing on research, interviews and firsthand accounts, she follows the different paths through which horse people develop their knowledge – from mentors, clinics and traditional apprenticeship to books, videos, online resources and, ultimately, the horses themselves.

The book also considers the philosophy behind Vaquero horsemanship, the changing relationship between expert and student, the influence of modern consumer culture and technology, and the importance of preserving the cultural roots of the tradition while allowing it to evolve.

Personal stories from riders and horsemen are woven throughout the book, connecting its academic perspective with real experiences of learning and working with horses.

Rather than serving as a step-by-step training manual, Fine Horses and Fair-Minded Riders offers a thoughtful examination of what horsemanship means, how knowledge is passed from one generation to another and how working with horses can influence the people who choose to learn from them.

A distinctive read for anyone interested in Vaquero traditions, Western horsemanship, the history and philosophy of horse training, and the development of the horse–human relationship.

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Author: JuliAnna Ávila
Language: English
ISBN: 9781612499512
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 228
Publication year: 2024
Publication date: 15 April 2024
Publisher: Purdue University Press
Series: New Directions in the Human-Animal Bond
Dimensions: 6 × 9 in (approx. 152 × 229 mm)