256 Pages.  Glossary.  Index. Profusely illustrated with color and b&w photos.

Not just some fluff title – this book is packed with useful information.

Chapters: (contributions of notable horse authorities)

Part 1: The Development of the Horse

·          The Pre-Domestic Horse

·          Domestication and the Early Horse Peoples

·          The Growth of Classical Equitation

·          The Growth of Western Riding

Part 2: The Breeds of the World

·          The Influence of the Arabian

·          Principal Horse Breeds

·          Principal Pony Breeds

Part 3: Equestrian Sports and Recreation

·          Dressage in the 20^th Century

·          The Hunting Horse

·          Show Jumping

·          The Three-Day Event

·          Racing and Racehorses

·          Long Distance and Endurance Riding

·          Polo

·          Mounted Games

·          Skill-at-Arms

·          Western Sports

·          Australian Riding

·          The Show Ring

·          Holidays with Horses

Part 4: Horse Care and Management

·          The Body of the Horse

·          The Mind of the Horse

·          Principles of Feeding

·          Management of the Stabled Horse

·          Management of the Grass-kept Horse

·          Saddlery

·          The Health of the Horse

·          Breeding

·             Stallion Management

·             Mating

·             Pre-Natal Care

·             Foaling

·             Post-Natal Care

·          The Basics of Buying

·          Progressive Training

·          Careers with Horses

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