Anastasija Ropa
Equestrian historian and lecturer at the Latvian Academy of Sport Education with practical horse training experience and author of The Medieval Horse.
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Nov 5, 2025 • 40min
Anastasija Ropa, "The Medieval Horse" (Reaktion Books, 2025)
Anastasija Ropa, a medievalist and author of *The Medieval Horse*, discusses the vital role of horses in shaping medieval societies across Eurasia. She shares her journey from horse racing to studying historical horsemanship. Ropa delves into the practical uses of horses for travel and agriculture, varying military roles, and the emotional bonds people formed with them. Fascinating tidbits include medieval superstitions, equine burial practices, and the preservation of ancient myths. Ropa's insights reveal the deep connections that have long existed between humans and horses.
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Feb 6, 2026 • 48min
How Horses Ran the Medieval World
Dr. Anastasija Ropa, equestrian historian and author of The Medieval Horse, explains how horses functioned as everyday technology in medieval life. Hear about different types from warhorses to pack animals. Learn how mounts signaled status, featured in romance, and powered unseen labor that kept society moving.
