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The Horse Encyclopedia

Author: Elwyn Hartley Edwards   Series: DK Pet Encyclopedias

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The Horse Encyclopedia
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A visual celebration of all things equine

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A visual celebration of all things equine

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A visual celebration of all things equineFrom tiny ponies to heavy draught horses and rapid thoroughbreds, explore the history and variety of this noble animal that helped shape human history.A stunning celebration of the equine world, The Horse Encyclopedia is a fully illustrated book about horses and ponies, featuring over 150 breeds and types, including all those recognized by national horse societies.First domesticated around 6000 years ago, horses rapidly became invaluable to humans. They pulled chariots and ploughs, and became essential to transport and war. In this comprehensve volume, you will discover breeds from all over the world, from imposing Shires whose ancestors carried knights in chainmail into battle, to thoroughbreds bred to run like the wind, and Lipizzanas that can execute exquisite dressage moves such as the capriole where they jump with all four feet off the ground.The Horse Encyclopedia gives concise details of each breed, including its origins and anatomy, as well as famous individuals such as Secretariat, who is widely regarded as one of the greatest racehorses of all.This dazzling guide also includes expert advice on horse care, feeding and grooming, and horse health, making this a truly wonderful gift for all horse riders and equine enthusiasts.

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Publisher
Dorling Kindersley Ltd | DK
Published
2nd March 2023
Pages
360
ISBN
9780241632666

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31 Dec, 2024
Beautiful book with excellent photography and most informative for anyone who loves horses
By Marion
10 Oct, 2023
Beautiful book - a lifetime trasure
By Katie
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