Galloping Across the U.S.A.

Galloping Across the U.S.A.
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Publisher : Oxford University Press
Total Pages : 66
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ISBN-10 : 9780195132267
ISBN-13 : 0195132262
Rating : 4/5 (67 Downloads)

Synopsis Galloping Across the U.S.A. by : Martin W. Sandler

Examines the role of the horse in the lives of ordinary Americans throughout the history of the country.

Galloping Across the U.S.A.

Galloping Across the U.S.A.
Author :
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Total Pages : 65
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ISBN-10 : 9780198030317
ISBN-13 : 0198030312
Rating : 4/5 (17 Downloads)

Synopsis Galloping Across the U.S.A. by : Martin W. Sandler

Galloping Across America shows how Mustangs, Arabians, Palominos, Morgans, and other kinds of horses played a central role in the development of the United States as a nation. From transportation within cities -- the omnibus, fire wagons, delivery of goods -- to mail delivery from coast to coast to tilling soil and herding cattle, Martin Sandler shows how essential the horse was for the survival of four million citizens stretched across 800,000 square miles. As roads improved, stagecoaches became popular for crossing the country. Covered wagons delivered pioneers into the western regions for homesteading. And Native American culture changed significantly as wealth and social standing within tribes began to be measured by the number of horses each man owned. Galloping Across America is a fascinating look at the horse-powered development of America up through the rodeos and mounted police of today. Filled with the spirit of adventure, competition, and restlessness central to the American character, the Transportation in America series reveals how the horse, trolley, ship, railroad, automobile, and airplane transformed the country. Each volume is richly illustrated with photographs, paintings, drawings, posters, timetables, sheet music covers, and original documents -- many of which have never been published before -- and includes fascinating sidebars on the colorful characters and technology behind the transport.

Straphanging in the USA

Straphanging in the USA
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Publisher : Oxford University Press
Total Pages : 130
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ISBN-10 : 9780190285203
ISBN-13 : 0190285206
Rating : 4/5 (03 Downloads)

Synopsis Straphanging in the USA by : Martin W. Sandler

A riveting look at the evolution of transportation in American cities, Straphanging in America begins with an examination of the horsecar and omnibus, then traces the extraordinary impact of the cable car, elevated railway, interurban, and subway on city life -- and the nation. Capturing people's imaginations with its "magical" use of electricity, trolley cars made pollution-free, inexpensive, mass urban transportation possible and created suburbs. Interurbans connected cities, spawned new towns, and made overland travel a national pastime. Subways solved the problem of street congestion. Beyond the effects on landscape, urban transport unified cities as people of all economic backgrounds rubbed elbows. Vividly illustrating America's urban transformation, Straphanging in America captures the excitement of a nation and its burgeoning technology.

Flying over the USA

Flying over the USA
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Publisher : Oxford University Press
Total Pages : 171
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ISBN-10 : 9780190285227
ISBN-13 : 0190285222
Rating : 4/5 (27 Downloads)

Synopsis Flying over the USA by : Martin W. Sandler

Once purely for adventure, flight has become an integral part of everyday life. Beginning with the first hot air balloon flight to jet fighter planes of today, Sandler traces man's quest to conquer the blue skies. This book has a wealth of beautiful illustrations that give readers an extensive peek into the past. Also, included are two sidebars that take an in-depth look at one aspect of social history. Backmatter includes timeline, places to visit, further readings, and an index.

Galloping the Globe

Galloping the Globe
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Publisher : Geography Matters
Total Pages : 0
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ISBN-10 : 1931397384
ISBN-13 : 9781931397384
Rating : 4/5 (84 Downloads)

Synopsis Galloping the Globe by : Loree Pettit

Riding the Rails in the USA

Riding the Rails in the USA
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Publisher : Oxford University Press
Total Pages : 64
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ISBN-10 : 9780198030331
ISBN-13 : 0198030339
Rating : 4/5 (31 Downloads)

Synopsis Riding the Rails in the USA by : Martin W. Sandler

Preachers railed against it: "Traveling at speeds up to 20 miles per hour went against the Lord's plan!" Doctors told their patients that traveling on it would cause serious physical and mental ailments, including the boiling of the blood. Newspapers cried out, "It is a topsy-turvy, harum-scarum whirligig!" But it didn't matter: America loved the train and the freedom of movement that came with it. Riding the Rails in America traces the dynamic relationship of America with the train, showing how the railroad was the single largest influence on the development of the nation's history and economy as it became possible to move freight and people farther and faster than ever before.

Donkey Galloping Out of Hell - The Jack Hildebrandt Story

Donkey Galloping Out of Hell - The Jack Hildebrandt Story
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Publisher :
Total Pages : 400
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ISBN-10 : 098209941X
ISBN-13 : 9780982099414
Rating : 4/5 (1X Downloads)

Synopsis Donkey Galloping Out of Hell - The Jack Hildebrandt Story by : Jack Hildebrandt

Donkey Galloping Out of Hell - The Jack Hildebrandt Story is a remarkable portrait of the fighting attitude of a long-gone era. Told from the perspective of the enemy, Luftwaffe bomber/fighter pilot Jack Hildebrandt's amazing story is startlingly vivid, horrifying, and compelling. From his affluent, yet tragic childhood during the rise of the terrifying Nazi Party, to the embattled skies along the Russian Front and Western Europe and the shedding of his own blood, to talking his way out of a prisoner-of-war camp in American English after he was captured by the Americans, to achieving his childhood dream of coming to America and becoming an American citizen, Jack's remarkable, disarming candor concerning his duty toward defending his country - both birth and adopted - will rattle your conscience.

On the Waters of the USA

On the Waters of the USA
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Publisher : Oxford University Press
Total Pages : 65
Release :
ISBN-10 : 9780198030324
ISBN-13 : 0198030320
Rating : 4/5 (24 Downloads)

Synopsis On the Waters of the USA by : Martin W. Sandler

Canoes, clippers, schooners, sloops, whalers, flatboats, steamboats, hydrofoils, submersibles -- the story of American transport by water has been one of constant adventure and advancement. On the Waters of America traces the remarkable history of America's romance with water transport, from Native American birch bark canoes to precarious crossings of the Atlantic to the astonishing boom in ship-building to present-day innovations. The countless rivers, bays, lakes, deep harbors, (and eventually canals) and two vast oceans necessitated the development of ships and boats as lifelines for commerce and travel, but it was the desire for mobility that made Americans eager to embrace each new means of transport. Illustrated with numerous photographs, maps, sidebars, and a technology timeline, On the Waters of America is a fascinating recounting of America's seafaring tradition.

Cantering the Country

Cantering the Country
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Publisher :
Total Pages : 261
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ISBN-10 : 1931397562
ISBN-13 : 9781931397568
Rating : 4/5 (62 Downloads)

Synopsis Cantering the Country by : Loree Pettit

Gallop to Freedom

Gallop to Freedom
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Publisher : Trafalgar Square Books
Total Pages : 194
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ISBN-10 : 9781570769764
ISBN-13 : 1570769761
Rating : 4/5 (64 Downloads)

Synopsis Gallop to Freedom by : Frederic Pignon

When Cavalia—the amazing equestrian-themed "spectacular," melding costumes and theatrics with stunt riding and haute école—first took North America by storm, few people knew who Frédéric Pignon and Magali Delgado were. But the whole world was soon abuzz with talk of the magical display these two remarkable individuals provided their audience—whether horse-crazy or layperson, none could walk away unaffected by the powerful connection they demonstrated with their unparalleled cast of beautiful horses. In this remarkable book, now available in paperback, Frédéric—a specialist in liberty and ground work—and Magali—a talented dressage rider at the Grand Prix level—combine efforts and share the secrets of the breathtaking relationships they have cultivated over the course of their lives with horses. They tell the story of Templado—the gorgeous but rebellious stallion who demanded they question all they had learned as horsemen and look at, in a whole new light, what it means to train horses. It was this tempestuous character that taught them that the process of building a relationship with a horse can be on more equal footing than most would dream possible. It is with this life-altering lesson in mind that Frédéric and Magali now explain their Six Golden Principles. These include how you can become a "safe haven"—the most important being in your horse's life—while ensuring he gets the leadership he craves and deserves. And, how to establish acceptable limits of behavior, as well as respect, without ever succumbing to anger or using force. They describe how to read horse behavior so you can better understand and communicate with your equine partner as an "individual." Plus, you'll see what it means to be patient and "give your horse a say" in his own training—and just how rewarding the results can be. In a chapter devoted to their practical approach, you'll explore what is perhaps most central to their methods: the idea of "play" and how games can be used to develop a horse's intelligence, confidence, and desire to perform, whether at liberty or in the most difficult of competitive environments. Magali shares the example of her Grand Prix mount Dao, with whom she has reached the pinnacle of European competition, and whom dressage judges praise for his supple and stress-free performances. Both Frédéric and Magali once thought they had become skilled and compassionate riders and trainers, but found that the monumental challenges presented by Templado turned their beliefs upside down and made them start again from the beginning. They now view their work with horses as a journey of endless discovery and infinite rewards. With this book, full of phenomenal color photographs of their horses, many of whom appeared in the show that first made them famous, you can join—and learn from—them.