The Majesty of the Horse
by Dean Server
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This attractive, informative book will act as a guide for the horse lover, offering a brisk ride through the history of this remarkable animal and its many uses in agriculture, warfare, and transportation. The ground covered includes life cycle, conformation, and gaits; a comparison of the domestic and wild horse; and a thorough section on the history of horse racing and competitive equestrian events. Finally, there is a detailed chapter describing a number of specific breeds. Combining show more modern photography with reproductions of historical paintings and drawings, this handsome volume, with its 105 full-color illustrations, will gratify all those who love this magnificent and beautiful animal. show lessTags
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Great photographs. This book was an easy read, the prose is friendly not too dense with information for the casual reader. Tells about the biology and keeping of horses, with an overview of their history with mankind and a snapshot of various breeds....
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Beautiful photos of horses of the world.
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Dean Server holds a BA in English from Rutgers University and a MA in English from California State University, Los Angeles. He currently resides in Brick, New Jersey.
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