Horse Breeds and Human Society: Purity, Identity and the Making of the Modern Horse

Horse Breeds and Society 

An interdisciplinary exploration of the relationship between horse breeding and human society, examining how concepts of purity, lineage, identity, and status have shaped both horse breeds and human cultures. Through historical, sociological, and cultural analyses, the book investigates how breeding practices intersect with ideas of race, gender, class, nationality, and regional identity. Using examples from diverse horse breeds around the world, it highlights the mutual influence between human social structures and the development of modern horse breeds.

Key Features

• Explores the social and cultural history of horse breeding
• Examines concepts of lineage, purity, and pedigree
• Analyzes links between horse breeds and human identity
• Discusses race, gender, class, and national influences on breeding
• Covers notable breeds including Arabian, Crioulo, and Chincoteague Pony
• Integrates perspectives from history, sociology, and cultural studies
• Explores human–animal relationships through breeding practices
• Investigates the development of the modern horse
• Includes international and multidisciplinary case studies
• Valuable for scholars of equine studies, history, sociology, and human–animal studies