56 Modern Riding and Horse Education 



rider's head will naturally come nearer to the horse's 

 croup. 



To the reader who is interested in this subject, 

 I would suggest the experiment of placing himself 

 near a small fence or hurdle the next time he is out 

 hunting, and watching the field jump it. He will 

 then see how many people retain their balance by 

 means of the reins. 



