A guide to all things about horses is designed to inspire confidence in young riders of any age. Written by an experienced author and horseman it covers all aspects from care, riding, lessons, schools, etc. and includes detailed colored illustrations.

Originally published in 1882. An early guide to the history and use of harness for riding, driving and horse drawn carriages. Includes remarks on the traction, and the use of the Cape cart. Also contains important directions to Grooms and Coachmen regarding... [More...]

Originally published around the turn of the century, the author offers advice based on a lifetime's experience of riding and hunting. The first sections of the book focus on horsemanship and the latter half primarily on the hunting field. The book has much... [More...]

A complex enterprise such as breeding Thoroughbreds needs a good handbook, especially for the novice. The Blood-Horse Authoritative Guide to Breeding Thoroughbreds is just such a tool. It lays a solid foundation for venturing into a complicated and risky... [More...]

The first book to explain the science behind natural horsemanship, this book is an introduction to the world of animal learning and cognition.

Young equestrians dream of galloping toward a fence on their favorite horse and sailing over it in one long, smooth leap. Jumping is one of the most thrilling things a young rider can accomplish on horseback and the ultimate goal of countless horse-crazy... [More...]

A compatible personality is the most desirable quality in a horse, yet it is much harder to assess than gait or conformation. Trainer Barteau describes the four basic equine personality types—social, fearful, aloof, and challenging—and the... [More...]