1900's Antique Equestrian Reference Book

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This is an antique reference title - Modern Practical Farriery, by W.J. Miles et al. An English language, hard bound … more This is an antique reference title - Modern Practical Farriery, by W.J. Miles et al. An English language, hard bound non-fiction book, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.

Full title, as follows: Modern practical farriery - a complete guide to all that relates to the horse, its history, varieties, and uses; breaking, training, feeding, stabling, and grooming; how to buy, keep and treat a horse in health and disease, etc.; forming a complete system of the veterinary art, as at present practised at the Royal Veterinary College, London / by W.J. Miles, M.R.C.V.S.L.; with numerous illustrations and a series of anatomical plates, engraved from original drawings from nature, by Benjamin Herring, Esq.; to which is added an essay on the diseases and management of cattle, sheep, and pigs by J.L. Lupton, M.R.C.V.S.

Intact order, with some light marks but remarkably presentable for age and intended use
Superb frontispiece in colour, redolent of contemporary William Morris print works
Dressed in lightly aged Morocco with leather spine, the title and ribbed decor in gilt finish
Delightful illustrations of famous Victorian horses, cattle and anatomical interest
In three volumes, the titular resource, a guide to cattle and sheep and Diseases of Cattle, Sheep and Pigs
Set across three sections of 536, 153 and 96 pages respectively

This is a fascinating resource of Victorian equine interest and in a pleasingly intact and presentable order. A treat for those with an interest in veterinary studies or collectors alike. Delivered ready to enjoy.

Dimensions:
Max Width: 26.5cm (10.5'')
Max Depth: 5cm (2'')
Max Height: 31cm (12.25'') less