This book traces the evolution of the horse, covering every major breed of horse and pony as well as their vital contributions to civilization in the wild, at work, at war and for entertainment.
Elwyn Hartley Edwards Books
January 1, 1927 – January 1, 2007
Elwyn Hartley Edwards was a distinguished author and editor renowned for his expertise in equestrian subjects. His prolific work delved deeply into the world of horse riding, with a particular focus on the intricacies of saddlery and the art of the bridle. Edwards was recognized as an authority in his field, sharing his profound knowledge through a substantial body of writing.
This is a guide to the recognition of over 100 horse breeds from around the world which pinpoints the key characteristics of each breed.
"From ancient beginnings to modern institutions and innovations, from prestigious races to famous faces, discover the stories and fact behind today's multi-billion-dollar racing industry."--Publisher's description
The Horse
The Comprehensive Guide to Breeds, Riding & Management
This book explains & reveils the horse world. Authoritive & entertaining with magnificent color illustrations. Includes care & management, training of horses & rider, advanced riding & history.
Features over 150 horse and pony breeds and types, including all those recognised by national horse societies, with gorgeous photographs and concise summaries of each breed. It explores the evolution of the horse, its anatomy, its history, and our relationship with this incredible animal as celebrated in art and culture
Brand new, never opened. My book has beautiful dust cover with picture of galloping horse on the front. I donate all proceeds to St. Jude's Children's Hospital who developed the protocol which saved our son's life. Thank you!
Ob edler Andalusier oder robustes Shetland-Pony, klassische Reitkunst, bedeutende Gestüte oder internationale Turniere: Diese fundierte und prächtig ausgestattete Enzyklopädie bietet einen umfassenden Überblick über die ganze Welt der Pferde. 150 der bedeutendsten Pferde- und Ponyrassen werden in doppelseitigen Porträts vorgestellt. Zusätzliches findet sich alles Wissenswerte über die Kulturgeschichte der Pferde, Zuchttrends sowie Pferdehaltung und –nutzung. Zum Nachschlagen oder Schmökern – ein beeindruckendes und unentbehrliches Werk für Liebhaber und Kenner.
Pferde-Rassen
- 255 pages
- 9 hours of reading
Kompakter, übersichtlicher und fundierter Ratgeber: die wichtigsten Pferderassen der Welt mit hervorragenden Farbfotos und alles Wissenswerte zu Entwicklungsgeschichte, Exterieur, besonderen Merkmalen, Lebensbedingungen und züchterischen Besonderheiten.
Pferde
Ein Führer für junge Tierfreunde
