The Horse by John Curtis

The Horse by John Curtis

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From the domestication of the Arabian horse circa 3500BC onwards, this book explores how entire people and cultures have been characterized by the horse and its central role in society, in peace and war, in mythology and literature.

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The Horse by John Curtis

Published to accompany the exhibition at the British Museum in 2012, this beautifully illustrated book celebrates the relationship between horses and humans through the ages, revealing the immense influence of horses on human history. From the domestication of the Arabian horse circa 3500BC to the present day, this book explores how entire peoples and cultures have been characterized by the horse and its central role in society, in peace and war, in mythology and literature. Featured are 200 stunning images ranging from north Arabian rock drawings to European watercolours, illuminating how the horse represents the history of civilization itself.
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ISBN 13 9780714111858
ISBN 10 0714111856
Title The Horse
Author John Curtis
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Hardback
Publisher British Museum Press
Year published 2012-06-25
Number of pages 268
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.