Intro by william steinkraus (1 risultati)

Hardcover. Condizione: Fine. Near Fine. First Edition. Gift quality first edition hardcover in blue paper covered boards quarter-bound with dove gray cloth showing bumped spine foot, 5 other tips sharp. Text tight and crisp, no names, tears or soil in the 276pp text. Original, un-clipped photo illustrated dust wrapper slightly yellowed at top edge, no tears or chips, displays beautifully in new mylar. For some, the title may suggest faded images of the Seventh Cavalry and Teddy Roosevelt's Rough Riders. But many horse lovers will think instead of the outstanding equestrians, Army and civilian, who have represented our country in the Olympic Games and other international contests since competition began in the early 1900's.Riding for America gives you the inside story of what it's like to "go for the gold" on horseback, along with the invaluable instruction in the techniques that stand up best in top-level competition.…