Horse and Pony Breeds: An Illustrated Guide to Horses and Ponies Around the World

by Carolyn Henderson

Young readers will learn about the physical characteristics and temperaments of different horse breeds and come to understand why one breed is used for racing while another is better for showing. The author discusses the evolutionary origins of the horse, the various horse and pony types, and the modern horse. From body conformation to understanding the bone structure, Horse and Pony Breeds lays a solid foundation for a young rider's interaction with...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1552095150
• ISBN13: 9781552095157
• Release Date: February 2000
• Publisher: Firefly Books
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 7.5" x 9.5"