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Philip Astley

English equestrian, circus owner, and inventor, regarded as being the "father of the modern circus"

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1776

The modern riding-master

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1794

A description and historical account, of the places now the theatre of war in the Low Countries

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1785

Natural magic: or, physical amusements revealed, by Philip Astley, ..

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1794

Remarks on the profession and duty of a soldier

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1772

By particular desire, a few evenings longer. Astley's activity of horsemanship, and the celebrated Mr. Wildman's exhibition of bees, on horseback. ..

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1785

Natural magic, or, Physical amusements revealed

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1786

Young Astley, Royal Grove, Westminster-Bridge. This evening, young Astley will display his astonishing equestrian exercises, in three parts, on several horses, among which are his still vaulting. ..

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1801

Astley's system of equestrian education

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1801

Astley's system of equestrian education, exhibiting the beauties and defects of the horse. With serious and important advice, on its general excellence, preserving it in health, grooming, &c

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