Riding for Ladies: With Hints on the Stable

"Riding for Ladies: With Hints on the Stable" by Mrs. Power O'Donoghue is a how-to story from the late 1800s giving advice to women about horseback riding, from how to sit on a horse to how to take care of the animals. The author uses her knowledge to teach women about riding, proper gear, and the importance of good lessons. The first part of the story explains why young girls shouldn't ride horses because it could hurt them. The author thinks kids should be older and stronger before they start riding to avoid problems. She uses stories to highlight the dangers and suggests a more careful method when teaching kids to ride, especially when they are very young.