
Horses
The Clearest Recognition Guide Available
Elwyn Hartley Edwards(Author)
Dorling Kindersley (Publisher)
Published on 15. May 2002
Book
Paperback/Softback
256 pages
978-0-7894-8982-1 (ISBN)
Description
This book is designed for all those who love horses. Tracing the evolution of equines, this guide also explains the difference between horses and ponies, looks at how different breeds evolved or were selectively developed, and examines equine anatomy and behavior. Packed with 250 vivid full-color photographs of more than 100 horse-breeds, it uses a systematic approach from Dorling Kindersley and the Smithsonian Institution to train readers of all experience levels to identify and appreciate the wide variety of horses in the world.
A visual identity key helps you recognize different horse breeds, and guides you to the correct entry based on what you see and observe. Each entry combines a concise description with annotated photographs to highlight the main characteristics and distinguishing features of the breed, with details on coloring, country or region of origin, breed history, and how the breed has been used in the human world. A concise glossary provides instant interpretation of equine terms.
The clear visuals and distinctive facts are accompanied by expert prose from author Elwyn Hartley Edwards, former editor of Riding magazine and former consulting editor to Horse and Hound. The book is a clear, concise, comprehensive, and indispensable identification guide for beginners and established equine enthusiasts alike.
A visual identity key helps you recognize different horse breeds, and guides you to the correct entry based on what you see and observe. Each entry combines a concise description with annotated photographs to highlight the main characteristics and distinguishing features of the breed, with details on coloring, country or region of origin, breed history, and how the breed has been used in the human world. A concise glossary provides instant interpretation of equine terms.
The clear visuals and distinctive facts are accompanied by expert prose from author Elwyn Hartley Edwards, former editor of Riding magazine and former consulting editor to Horse and Hound. The book is a clear, concise, comprehensive, and indispensable identification guide for beginners and established equine enthusiasts alike.
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Series
Language
English
Place of publication
New York
United States
Publishing group
DK
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Flexible plastic/vinyl cover
Dimensions
Height: 205 mm
Width: 148 mm
Thickness: 18 mm
Weight
463 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-7894-8982-1 (9780789489821)
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Previous edition
Book
03/1995
HarperCollins Publishers (Australia) Pty Ltd
€37.44
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Persons
Elwyn Hartley Edwards