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by Bertalan De Nemethy (Author)
Classic Show Jumping: The de Nemethy Method is an exposition of this gold-medal technique, illustrated with more than 100 photographs of riders and horses that Bertalan de N methy has personally trained. Covering all aspects of horsemanship, it is the only book to detail de N methy's proven method for training world-class jumpers.
Classic Show Jumping: The de N methy Method includes: basic principles of equitation; longe line techniques; the basic training of a horse; modern cavalletti and gymnastic systems; competing over courses; plus much, much more. The material is presented clearly, with easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions. Every level of rider--beginner, intermediate, and advanced--can benefit from Bertalan de N methy's genius as a trainer and teacher.
Bertalan de N methy began his career as an officer in the Hungarian Cavalry and as a member of the Hungarian Olympic Jumping Team. After World War II he emigrated to the United States, where he became the coach of the United States Equestrian Team, a post he held from 1955 to 1980.
