The Percheron Horse (1868)

The Percheron Horse is a historical book written by Charles Du Huys in 1868. The book provides a comprehensive and detailed overview of the Percheron horse breed, which originated in the Perche region of France.The author begins by tracing the history of the breed, discussing its development and evolution over time. He also delves into the physical characteristics of the Percheron horse, describing its size, weight, and conformation in great detail.In addition to providing a detailed description of the breed, the book also explores the practical uses of the Percheron horse. Huys discusses the horse's suitability for various tasks, including farming, transportation, and military work.The Percheron Horse also includes information on breeding and training the breed, as well as tips for caring for and maintaining the health of these magnificent animals. The book is an essential resource for anyone interested in Percheron horses or horse breeding in general.Overall, The Percheron Horse is a fascinating and informative book that provides a wealth of information on one of the world's most beloved horse breeds.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.