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The Horse Encyclopedia

by Elwyn Hartley Edwards

A visual reference to horses and ponies

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A visual reference to horses and ponies

Elwyn Hartley Edwards’s encyclopedia brings together more than 150 breeds and types, from small ponies to draft horses and thoroughbreds. Breed entries describe origins, history, and characteristics, while broader sections cover equine evolution and anatomy and the place of horses in history, art, and culture. The book also includes practical material on feeding, grooming, care, and horse health, alongside panels on notable breeds and individual horses, owners, riders, and breeders. Photography accompanies the text, making the volume both a broad survey of equines and a reference to consult across topics.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Horse and pony enthusiasts seeking a broad visual reference
  • Readers interested in horse breeds, equine history, and anatomy
  • Horse owners looking for introductory information on care and grooming

Themes

Horse breeds and typesEquine evolution and anatomyHorses in history, art, and cultureHorse care and health

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Book overview

A stunning celebration of the equine world.

This definitive visual guide to horses and ponies includes a list of over 150 different breeds and types, including all those recognized by national horse societies. This stunning volume is the perfect reference guide for horse lovers of all ages!

Inside the pages of this horse encyclopedia, you'll find:

- A comprehensive horse compendium.
- Expert care advice on keeping, feeding, grooming and caring for horses.
- Panels on famous breeds, or individual horses, owners, riders or breeders.

Everything about horses!

From tiny ponies to heavy draft horses and speedy thoroughbreds, horses are among the most influential animals in human history. The Horse Encyclopedia explores the evolution and anatomy of the horse and its place in history, art and culture.

Gorgeous photography of horse breeds worldwide is accompanied by knowledgeable text describing the origins, history and characteristics of a definitive list of horses and ponies. This animal encyclopedia also includes expert advice on horse care, including feeding and grooming and horse health.

Love animals? Try our other animal encyclopedias!

The Horse Encyclopedia explores all you need to know about horses and ponies in one dazzling volume -- a must-have for any equine enthusiast! Other Definitive Visual Guide series titles include the Dog Encyclopedia and Cat Encyclopedia, stunning celebrations of your favorite pets!
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