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Books > Sport & Leisure > Natural history, country life & pets > Domestic animals & pets > Horses & ponies
The most comprehensive single volume dedicated to horses, Original
Horse Bible, 2nd Edition is a celebration of the long relationship
that humans and horses enjoy, written by two highly regarded
horsewomen, the late Moira C. Allen and Sharon Biggs. Covering an
array of topics that span the world of horses, including evolution,
domestication, horseback riding, training, competing, breeding, and
so much more, making this complete guide is a must-have for any
avid horse-lover! An extensive breed chapter offers portraits of
approximately 175 breeds, alphabetically arranged, from the Abaco
Barb to the Welsh Pony, plus many rare and handsome breeds from
around the world as well as favorites like the American Quarter
Horse, the Shetland Pony, and the Thoroughbred. With over 100
training and behavior tips, more than 50 riding, grooming, and
health takeaways, and so much more, the Original Horse Bible
belongs on the shelves of anyone who admires these magnificent
creatures.
This is the true story of the most remarkable horse in history.
Foaled in the lavish Ottoman stables of the Topkapl Palace in the
late 1870s, this dark bay stallion was hard schooled in the
disciplines of war. Until now, his remarkable story has never been
told.
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