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Storm's Story is the true story of a charismatic riding school
horse. Whether you are an Olympic show jumper, a long distance
riding competitor, a horse racing jockey or a mum who plods out on
a Sunday, you most likely began your career on a riding school
horse. Storm's story is written for teenagers and adults who have
not yet outgrown their Pony Stage.
Co-authored by HRH Princess Alia, the eldest daughter of the late
King Hussein of Jordan, and the artist and author Peter Upton,
ERoyal HeritageEtells the story of the Arab horse in Jordan, from
the early days of the Bedouin tribes to the 21st century, a story
closely associated with the Hashemite family of Jordan, direct
descendants of the Prophet. The account also tells of the Arab
Revolt of 1916, in which the Emirs Ali, Abdullah, Feisal and Zeid,
withET E Lawrence, drove the Ottomans out of the region, and how
some of the Hashemite mares became the foundation stock of the
Royal Stud in Jordan.ERoyal HeritageEcovers many other adventures
including the traumatic events which nearly led to the loss of the
StudOs precious mares and describes how, despite these setbacks,
the Royal Stud has flourished. In 1987 Princess Alia, Director of
the Royal Stud, organised the first Arab horse show to be held in
Arabia entitled OThe Arab Horse at Home.O It was an event which
inspired other Arab countries to organise horse shows of their own.
Princess Alia includes many fascinating personal reminiscences:
about the horses she holds so dear, the people involved in the Stud
through the years, the famous and infamous, family and friends,
heads of state and handlers. The work is richly illustrated with
paintings, drawings and rare photographs from old archives and
private collections, as well as up-to-date portraits of the Stud
and its horses. Peter Upton gives an in-depth account of the horses
themselves; the breeding, lineage and preservation of the hugely
important Jordanian bloodlines. A story of legend, romance and war,
ERoyal HeritageEtells with passion for the first time the
remarkable saga of the Arab horse in Jorda
This is the story of a twenty five year old ranch horse that was
injured and pretty much left to die. He was brought to a stable and
sold, even though no one really expected him to survive. He was
reborn into a merchant of hope. His amazing spirit and calmness
have helped many people over the next 13 years as he became the
most amazing mentor and therapy horse. This is Pie's story as he
tells it about the most amazing second chance at life and his
travels through it. You will meet his person, a shy young girl who
he helps grow into adulthood. He will introduce you to the other
horses and people that helped shape his journey. His influence has
known no bounds throughout this last 13 years and he continues to
shine his light even at the ripe old age of 38. This is a feel good
story about life, love, second chances and giving back.
Although pony-like in stature (measuring no more than thirty-eight
inches at the shoulder), miniature horses nevertheless resemble
small, well-proportioned horses with refined features. As pets or
show horses, for driving, as well as therapy and guide animals,
miniatures are ideal whether kept in limited space or on larger
property. With stunning photographs by Bruce Curtis, The Book of
Miniature Horses is as delightful an introduction to this
fascinating breed as the horses themselves.
Originally published in France 1854 then translated into English in
1919 by John Swire. The author's methods are simple and practical.
He treats a horse like a human being; he maintains that the rider
can only influence his mount by placing it in such a position that
the movement desired is the only possible one, and then stimulating
it; the placing being made easy by specially graduated exercises
which supple the horse's will as well as his muscles. Contents
include: New method of giving the Rider a good Seat. - Control and
Distribution of Energy. - The Suppling Exercises. - Suppling the
Hindquarters. - The Use of the Horse's Energy by the Rider. -
Concentration of the Horse's Energy by the Rider. - The Canter. -
Jumping. - The Piaffer. - Scheme of Work. A Concise Explanation of
the Method by means of Question and Answer. . Many of the earliest
books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are
now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. Home Farm Books
are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality,
modern editions, using the original text and artwork.
First published in 1983, the second edition of this informative
book remains the most comprehensive and current overview of the
behavioral traits and adaptations of horses. The book integrates
findings from hundreds of international researchers to provide the
reader a factual synthesis of the behavior of domestic and feral
horses. Building on the strengths of the first edition, the author
has thoroughly updated coverage of horse ancestry, development,
perception, learning, play, social behavior, behavioral
manipulation, maintenance activities, and sexual behavior. In this
second edition more emphasis has been given to animal husbandry and
management. Additionally, the second edition includes an all-new
section on ecological influences on activity patterns, habitat
utilization, social behavior and reproduction. An expanded section
on applied ethology provides behavioral considerations for
management and insight regarding the behavioral indicators of horse
health and well being. This is followed with an updated appendix
listing behavioral symptoms and possible causes. The text contains
numerous tables and nearly 100 illustrations and photos.
Innumerable books, articles and a full length motion picture have
been written and produced about the almost unbelievable career of
the magnificent race horse Phar Lap and his mysterious death. Many
experts have proclaimed him to be the greatest ever. This book
corrects much of the misinformation surrounding his death and opens
the door to further theorizing on how and why be died.
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