This book presents 18 breeds of horses from different cultures and all corners of the earth are celebrated in magnificent pictures. The reader is plunged into the world of horses, guided by photographer Gabriele Boiselle who presents the highlights of her photographic oeuvre.
A planner for appointments and notes, featuring stunning photos of various horse breeds from around the world. Accompanied by brief texts in German and English, it includes an address section and a calendar overview, making it a useful bilingual companion for the year. Comes with a dirt-resistant plastic cover.
The beauty and grace of full-blooded Arabians have captured hearts for centuries. These are intelligent, fleet-footed, noble, curious, sensitive creatures who work hard and enjoy close relationships with humans. These horses are also of special importance to Gabrielle Boiselle, because it was a magical encounter with an Arabian stallion that convinced her to pursue her passion for equestrian photography. Boiselle has a unique way of capturing the mystical charisma and elegance of the Arabian breed in her photos.
More than 500 pictures create a complete portrait of horses in all their beauty. Images showcase sleek thoroughbreds and sturdy draft horses, convey the excitement of horse shows and racing, depict life on the ranch and in the field, and evoke the splendor of the world's finest riding academies and time-honored equestrian traditions. Readers witness poignant moments such as a mare nuzzling her spindly-legged foal, as well as such exciting sights as a joyful gallop through a green field, or two stallions challenging each other. What emerges is a heartfelt testimony to the beauty, spirit, and sheer glory of the horse.
Famous photographer Gabriele Boiselle on the horse 11 chapters with over 400 color photographs and informative text explain and examine a wide variety of horse breeds. This exclusive leather-bound book is the first one of a series that will fully illuminate the world of horses.
Printed in Germany This edition is published by Barnes & Noble, Inc. By arrangement with Feierabend Verlag OHG 2004 Barnes & Noble
Horse and rider are one. Theirs is a relationship of trust, harmony, and respect born of a way of life that is all but lost. One man puts it within our grasp again. In this book, GaWaNi Pony Boy illustrates the traditional training methods - methods that are steeped in common sense and age-old wisdom - of his ancestors, America's first great horsemen. The full-color photographs and simple eloquence takes us back to the days when horse training was not merely about getting results but about creating a bond for life. An inspiration for riders and a feast for horse and Native American culture enthusiasts, Horse, Follow Closely: Native American Horsemanship forges a relationship with readers that few books can ever hope to achieve.