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The Horse Encyclopedia
Elwyn Hartley Edwards
出版
Penguin
, 2016-11-29
主題
Nature / Animals / Horses
Sports & Recreation / Animal Sports / Equestrian
Reference / Encyclopedias
ISBN
0744046394
9780744046397
URL
http://books.google.com.hk/books?id=VsQQEAAAQBAJ&hl=&source=gbs_api
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From 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 plows, and became essential to transport and war. In this comprehensive 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.