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The horse, long symbol of beauty and athletic prowess, has made and lost fortunes and transformed human history and culture, and yet has retained mysteries that baffle even those who work with them every day. But the last decade has seen an explosion of scientific research on the horse. In this attractive and well-illustrated book Stephen Budiansky brings the insights of modern science to a wider audience of horse enthusiasts and animal-lovers.
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Horses have a shared history with man going back millennia to their domestication around 4000 B.C. Yet only in very recent years have scientists begun to turn the tools of modem science on this remarkable animal that has been so wrapped up in human dreams and legends. Now modern scientific research is beginning to explain long-standing mysteries about the true nature of the horse. How well can horses really see? What causes breakdowns in racehorses? How intelligent are they compared to other animals, and are some breeds smarter than others? Does nature or nurture matter more in creating a great sport horse? What causes cribbing and other vices? In this beautifully illustrated, compelling narrative, Budiansky tells the story of the origins, behavior, intelligence and language of the horse.
For the first time, horse lovers will have access to cutting-edge research on topics of interest including new information on horse vision, horse biology and movement. Introducing the latest archeological findings, Budiansky presents a fascinating discussion of how the horse evolved as well as a dramatic and provocative history of man's use and abuse of the horse from prehistoric times to today. In a revealing chapter on horse intelligence, he debunks the commonly held belief that horses are stupid and also presents compelling new scientific information on horse language which will greatly benefit the horse rider and trainer. Finally, drawing together the latest research on horse physiology, genetics and biomechanics, Budiansky asks the million dollar question -- what makes for a winning racehorse? Anyone who loves horses will find this an invaluable resource as well as a fascinating read.
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27 人中、27人の方が、｢このレビューが参考になった｣と投票しています。
An eye-opener even for horse enthusiasts
1997/10/28
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This was an excellent recommendation by a horse-lover friend. Budiansky manages to give the horse-lover (or even a non-horsey person) a wonderfully new and broader understanding of horses. As the subtitle reads: "Exploring Equine Evolution, Intelligence and Behavior", that is exactly what the book does. The first 15 pages alone were an eye-opener for me, a seasoned horse-lover. This is the kind of book, where one keeps saying: "I never thought about that, but it makes a lot of sense!". Budiansky's writing style is down-to-earth and he never professes to be a complete expert. He emphasizes that his experiences and knowledge come from being a horse-lover and owner of horses and not as a professional researcher or scientist. This approach and clear understanding of his own limitations makes this book special. Complex evolutionary theory, genetic concepts and medical topics are covered with ease, using simple language. The use of simple diagrams and pictures enhance Budiansky's descriptions and explanations. The book uses a wonderful progression from the evolution of the horse to the future of the horse as its guide, covering a vast array of topics in merely 280 pages. But one does not get the feeling of brevity or over-simplification. Each topic is covered with equal enthusiasm and sincerity. Because of his own fondness for horses, Budiansky allows space to give advice. Conclusions are voiced when appropriate, but they are understated, allowing the reader to make their own conclusions. Budiansky sources from a wide range of areas, scientists, trainers, philosophers, historians, thus covering almost every and any area a horse enthusiast (of any kind or type) would find interest in. This was an eye-opening book, complimented with a beautiful cover. It should be a fundamental read for anyone even vaguely interested in horses.
8 人中、8人の方が、｢このレビューが参考になった｣と投票しています。
An excellent addition to any horse lovers bookshelf
2005/4/6
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My only regret about this book is that it is too short! The author writes in a way that is both informative and easy to read, pulling together many resources to attempt to provide a comprehensive and objective look at the horse, its evolution and relationship with humans.
I particularly enjoyed the sections on the horse's domestication and horse genetics. The discussion of the way in which horse breeds have been brought into existence and the various motivations for breeders to proceed with closed studbooks, while espousing the notion that they are breeding a horse suitable for a particular purpose.
But there is much more. The story of the horse is expanded with explainations of anatomy and physiology and how these have affected the horse's evolution and interactions with man. How a horse's digestive system affects its size, ability to prosper on poor grazing and performance for instance, or why the absolute speed of horses, and indeed other quadrupeds, is determined by their physiology.
I enjoyed this thoroughly and intend to not only read it all again but check out many of the references provided on some of the topics.
I particularly enjoyed the sections on the horse's domestication and horse genetics. The discussion of the way in which horse breeds have been brought into existence and the various motivations for breeders to proceed with closed studbooks, while espousing the notion that they are breeding a horse suitable for a particular purpose.
But there is much more. The story of the horse is expanded with explainations of anatomy and physiology and how these have affected the horse's evolution and interactions with man. How a horse's digestive system affects its size, ability to prosper on poor grazing and performance for instance, or why the absolute speed of horses, and indeed other quadrupeds, is determined by their physiology.
I enjoyed this thoroughly and intend to not only read it all again but check out many of the references provided on some of the topics.
8 人中、8人の方が、｢このレビューが参考になった｣と投票しています。
Excellent!!!
2003/5/30
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As a rider, trainer, and avid reader of equine literature, I can say assuredly that this is a "must read" for anyone serious about truly understanding why horses behave the way they do. It debunks many of the long standing myths that are so oft repeated in the horse world. Budiansky also gives us some history behind the human-horse relationship. Enjoyable to read, and has added to the relationship I have with my horses.
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