Complete Book of Horses and Riding

The horse is one of the most beautiful and complex animals, and has fascinated mankind for many thousands of years. The purpose of this book is to capture some of the magic associated with horses - why so many have devoted their lives to them. It also aims, on a more practical level, to provide invaluable information for anyone with an equestrian interest, whether you ride for pleasure or competition, are planning on buying your first horse or pony, or just love horses.
A practical training course on how to ride, with step-by-step photographs, and a complete encyclopedia of horse breeds
An illustrated guide to horse and pony breeds of the world
Expert advice on choose and looking after your horse, including stable management, grooming and exercise, health and first aid
A complete guide to learning how to ride, form first steps to tackling fences
An illustrated catalog of saddlery and riding equipment for riders of all levels

Debby Sly is a talented rider, equestrian journalist and author. She contributes to Your Horse magazine and trains her own event horses point-to-pointers. Judith Draper was a freelance equestrian writer and book editor who was involved with horses all her life. Sarah Muir has successfully shown her own horse and competed in dressage, show jumping and trials.