The Horses Of Antiquity, Middle Ages, And Renaissance From The Earliest Monuments Down To The Sixteenth Century (1864)

The Horses of Antiquity, Middle Ages, and Renaissance: From the Earliest Monuments Down to the Sixteenth Century is a historical book written by Philibert Charles Berjeau in 1864. The book explores the role of horses in ancient civilizations, the Middle Ages, and the Renaissance period, tracing their evolution from the earliest monuments to the sixteenth century. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the domestication of horses, their use in warfare, transportation, and agriculture, and their cultural significance in various societies. Berjeau provides detailed descriptions of different breeds of horses and their physical characteristics, as well as their symbolism in art and literature. The book is richly illustrated with over 100 engravings and drawings, depicting horses in various contexts and styles throughout history. Berjeau's writing is detailed and informative, providing a comprehensive overview of the history of horses in Western civilization. Overall, The Horses of Antiquity, Middle Ages, and Renaissance is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of horses and their role in shaping human civilization.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.