Farriery Improv'd, Or, a Compleat Treatise Upon the Art of Farriery
, by Henry Bracken, offers a comprehensive look into 18th-century veterinary practices specifically related to horses. This detailed guide explains the nature, structure, and mechanics of the horse, covering diseases, potential accidents, and methods of cure prevalent during the period. The book also provides an account of drugs and mixtures used in equine care.
This historical text provides valuable insights into the evolution of veterinary medicine and animal husbandry. It serves as a useful resource for historians, veterinary students, and anyone interested in the historical practices of horse care. Bracken's detailed approach and comprehensive coverage make this a significant contribution to the literature of its time, reflecting the concerns and methodologies of 18th-century farriery.
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