Synopses & Reviews
The ideal gift for young horse lovers everywhere: A practical step-by-step guide to the essentials of horse ownership.
Renowned equestrian authority Elwyn Hartley Edwards describes the horse as "the creature that has supported all man's endeavors through his history" in his lavishly illustrated book, The New Rider's Horse Encyclopedia hardcover). Packed with more than 500 photographs, including several state-of-the-art photographic how-to sequences, The New Rider's Horse Encyclopedia serves as a celebration of this beloved and indispensable animal, as well as the definitive reference guide for the horse owner.
Edwards begins at the beginning, tracing the evolution of the horse from a small, multi-toed browsing animal of 60 million years ago to the powerful competition horses of today. He touches on every aspect of horse history, including their impact on legend, literature and art; the contributions of working horses to war, agriculture, and industry; and the many horse-related sports, including racing, steeplechase, hunting, rodeo, polo and more. Along the way Edwards celebrates the world's most famous horse heroes and amazing equestrian feats.
In addition, he provides a complete catalog of all the major horse and pony breeds, from the tiny Falabellas of Argentina to the giant Shires of England. He offers instruction on the proper selection and maintenance of tack and equipment, and a complete guide to owning a horse, including selecting the right horse, feeding, grooming, exercise, handling, health issues, and more.
A bonus is Edwards's unique ten-lesson riding course that teaches the fundamentals, from mounting for the first time to cross-country riding and combination jumps.
Review
"Elwyn Hartley Edwards writes on horses with an expertise that pushes toward poetry." The Observer
Synopsis
Fascinating, informative, and fun,
The New Rider's Horse Encyclopedia takes the enthusiast on an enthralling journey of discovery into the world of horses. Aspiring horse owners and seasoned young riders will be captivated by the author's breadth of knowledge. An acknowledged world authority on all things equestrian, Elwyn Hartley Edwards tells the story of the horse's extraordinary evolution and its pivotal place in the rise of human civilization. He explores the equine's instincts and behavior; introduces all the major breeds; and teaches the essentials of riding and horse care.
- Provides fascinating insights into the natural behavior of the horse.
- A lavishly illustrated catalog of all the major breeds of the world.
- A practical step-by-step guide to the essentials of horse ownership.
- A ten-phase course teaches the fundamentals of riding.
- Stunning feature spreads introduce the world's most famous horse heroes and celebrate amazing equestrian feats.
Synopsis
Packed with more than 500 photographs, including several state-of-the-art photographic how-to sequences, The New Rider's Horse Encyclopedia serves as a celebration of this beloved and indispensable animal, as well as the definitive reference guide for the horse owner.
Renowned equestrian authority Elwyn Hartley Edwards begins at the beginning, tracing the evolution of the horse from a small, multi-toed browsing animal of 60 million years ago to the powerful competition horses of today. He touches on every aspect of horse history, including their impact on legend, literature and art; the contributions of working horses to war, agriculture, and industry; and the many horse-related sports, including racing, steeplechase, hunting, rodeo, polo and more. Along the way Edwards celebrates the world's most famous horse heroes and amazing equestrian feats. A complete catalog of all the major horse and pony breeds is provided, as well as a complete guide to owning a horse, including selection, feeding, grooming, exercise, handling, health issues, instruction on the proper selection and maintenance of tack and equipment, and more. A bonus is Edwards's unique ten-lesson riding course that teaches the fundamentals, from mounting for the first time to cross-country riding and combination jumps.
Synopsis
The Young Rider's Horse Encyclopedia is at once a truly definitive reference book and a highly practical guide to horsemanship: the ideal gift for horse lovers everywhere, young and old. Packed with state-of-the-art photographic how-to sequences, and over 500 photographs, The Young Rider's Horse Encyclopedia. . .
- provides fascinating insights into the natural behavior of the horse.
- contains a lavishly illustrated catalogue of all the major breeds of the world gives details distinctive conformation, color, and character.
- features a practical step-by-step guide to the essentials of horse ownership that covers everything from choosing the ideal horse to caring for tack and recognizing and treating common ailments.
- includes a ten-phase course that teaches the fundamentals of riding, from mounting for the first time to cross-country riding and combination jumps.
- is packed with stunning feature spreads that introduce the world's most famous horse heroes and celebrate amazing equestrian feats.
Synopsis
Packed with more than 500 photographs, including several state of the art photographic how to sequences it serves as a celebration of this beloved and indispensable animal, as well as the definitive reference guide for the horse owner.