[Hanne]

I really would like to start a discussion on Dom Duarte and his book. I must declare myself a total fan. His book is for me like Wilhelm Müseler's book on riding; every time I get back to it, it holds even more wisdom, for the more I learn, the more I understand the wisdom of the simple truths they contain.

Many experts argue that the translation of Dom Duarte into English, or at least the one I have, is less accurate. As I am not a historian, and really do not care as much what his historically correct, I do not really care. (I know I should not say such things)

For me, the value of the book is in the wisdom that is already there. And if the book is not altered altogether by the translator, there must be a lot of the wisdom that actually comes from the author.

First time you read it, you might think that he writes a lot of obvious things, like "you have to make sure that you don't fall off the horse", but when you look closer, and the more you learn, you see the debth of the wisdom in what he writes.

Anybody else who has any comments on this book?

Hanne
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[bertie]

I soon will, first one on my "to read list" now!
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[Bryan]

I attempted to read it a year ago but it was too soon. I'm thinking of getting a copy to take with me on my trip to Europe in August as I have done a lot more riding and spent more time with horses now. Still very new but believe I would now get much more out to the book. As I read it on my travels I will post here from time to time on statements that I find interesting, informative or wish to discuss.

[Hanne]

Okay, good. I am also reading it now, I have actually never read it from beginning to end, but I have read the different parts of it many times. I find that the value is even higher when i read it chronologically, and spend time on each chapter, just like the author advices.

I am looking forward to the discussion! I also hope Luke will join when he gets back from France, as I know he has read it and likes it.

Hanne
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[Bryan]

I have my copy but may not start reading it till I fly out on the 31st - but at least I have it!!

[Bryan]

Book is in my carry on luggage so will start reading it tomorrow night as I fly off to Singapore!

[Hanne]

Cool! Looking forward to the discussion. Have a nice flight.

Hanne
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