Notes on Stable Management in India and the Colonies by Joshua A. Nunn
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"Notes on Stable Management in India and the Colonies" by Joshua A. Nunn is a practical guide focused on equine care and management specifically tailored for the unique conditions found in India and its colonies, written in the late 19th century. This revised and enlarged edition aims to assist newcomers in managing their horses effectively, especially for those establishing stables for the first time. The text delves into various aspects of horse
care, including feeding, grooming, and stable management, based on the author's personal experience garnered over 18 years of service. At the start of the work, the author provides context about the previous edition and its success, prompting the creation of this revised version. Nunn explains that the guide addresses the basic needs of horse owners, particularly volunteers in military service who may have little previous experience with horse care. The preface emphasizes practical information suited to both military and civilian audiences, illustrating the challenges and practices of horse management in India. It sets the stage for detailed discussions on various topics that follow, including feeding regimes, stable ventilation, grooming techniques, and more, all of which are critical for maintaining the health and well-being of horses in the colonial environment. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Nunn, Joshua A. (Joshua Arthur), 1853- |
|---|---|
| Title | Notes on Stable Management in India and the Colonies |
| Credits |
Produced by The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 71.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | SF: Agriculture: Animal culture |
| Subject | Horses |
| Subject | Horses -- India |
| Subject | Stables -- India -- Management |
| Subject | Stables -- Management |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 32376 |
| Release Date | May 15, 2010 |
| Last Update | Jan 6, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 420 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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