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Elwyn Hartley Edwards

    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.

    Elwyn Hartley Edwards
    The Horse
    Racehorse : The cpmplete guide to the world of horse racing
    Horses
    Saddlery
    The encyclopedia of the horse
    The New Encyclopedia of the Horse
    • 2021
    • 2016

      The Horse Encyclopedia

      • 360 pages
      • 13 hours of reading

      From tiny ponies to heavy draught horses and rapid thoroughbreds, explore the history and variety of this noble animal that helped shape human history. Through its valuable contributions in transport, trade, warfare, culture, and sport, the horse is among the most influential domesticated animals in human history. The Horse Encyclopedia is the definitive guide to the evolution, anatomy, and origins of each horse breed and its place in history, art, and culture. It also documents some famous individual horses, as well as iconic owners, riders, and breeders, paying homage to equestrian history. A stunning celebration of the equine world, The Horse Encyclopedia is a fully illustrated look horses and ponies, featuring over 150 breeds and types, including all those recognized by national horse societies, with gorgeous photographs and concise summaries of each breed. This dazzling volume also includes expert advice on horse care, feeding and grooming, and horse health to offer a truly comprehensive equine guide and a wonderful gift for all horse riders, students, and enthusiasts.

      The Horse Encyclopedia
    • 2012

      História, Stavba tela, Starostlivosť, Plemená, Základy jazdyV knihe sa oboznámite s históriou, stavbou tela koňa, ako sa starať o kone, aké plemená poznáme a so základmi jazdy s praktickými radami. Nájdete tu všetky poznatky o živote štvornohých kamarátov, od starostlivosti o ne počínajúc a dostihmi končiac. Kniha je bohato ilustrovaná s množstvom farebných fotografií.

      Moja veĺká kniha o koňoch
    • 2008
    • 2008
    • 2007

      Saddlery

      • 328 pages
      • 12 hours of reading

      Guiding the student and horse-owner through the bewildering variety of saddlery, horse equipment and clothing, this work describes its construction, purpose and correct usage by using clear line illustrations and colour photographs. It also includes information on the use of synthetic materials, new bitting systems, and Western riding.

      Saddlery
    • 2003
    • 2002

      Darauf haben Pferdeliebhaber lange gewartet: der Klassiker unter den Pferde-Bildbänden mit noch mehr Informationen und in moderner, attraktiver Optik. Über 80 Pferderassen aus aller Welt werden hier mit typischen Merkmalen, Herkunft, Verhalten und Charakter vorgestellt. Praktische Ratschläge gibt es zu Pflege, Ernährung, Zucht und Haltung. Auch zu den beliebtesten Pferdesportarten finden sich Sie hier ausführliche Beiträge.

      Das grosse Pferdebuch
    • 2001

      Examines the history of the horse from prehistoric times to early domestication, discusses the development of breeds in various regions of the world, and describes modern breeds and their uses.

      The New Encyclopedia of the Horse