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Morgan horses : a premium essay on the origin, history, and characteristics of this remarkable American breed of horses ; tracing the pedigree from the original Justin Morgan, through the most noted of his progeny, down to the present time. With numerous portraits, to which are added hints for breeding, breaking, and general use and management of horses, with practical directions for training them for exhibition at agricultural fairs

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Type: Rare Books(Opens in new tab)
Publication date: 1857.
Call number: 333221
Creator: Linsley, D. C (1827-1889)(Opens in new tab)
Dimensions: 19 cm
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