Of horses and men : the art of Tbourida in Morocco

« The tbourida has the particularity of having three aspects; of being both an art of war (means and processes), ars in the Latin sense of the term (skill, technique) and simply art, in the sense that it provides real aesthetic pleasure. It is no surprise that it constitutes an essential element of the intangible heritage of Morocco. » This book describes the origins of this equestrian tradition, the art of war, social customs, codified ritual, the spiritual dimension of tbourida, and exceptional horses, together with the knowhow linked to a traditional craft.
The author informs the reader as to the background of tbourida performances: the technique involved, how horses are trained, but also the sacred link between the rider and his steed, the spiritual, cultural and historic dimension of this equestrian art form. How did these famous gallops become part of the world heritage? That is what the reader will discover throughout the book