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Horses I Have Known
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Will James knows the horse of the Western plains and ranges better than any other American writer. Not only does Will James stand i a class by himself for his writing about the horse, but his vivid drawings of cowboys, horses and ranch life generally are unsurpassed. Find them both in "Horses I Have Known" published by 1945 by World Publishing Co. $19.99. #98608.
Title and Illustration
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Fundamentals of Riding: Theory and Practice
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This is a great manual for riders, covering the basics of riding written by Charles Harris, Fellow of the Institute of the Horse, Fellow of the Association of British Riding Schools, and Fellow of the British Horse Society. Full of detailed illustrations and information vital to riders. $10.99. #98617.
Take a ride in Fundamentals
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Hasten: Tidskrift for Hastavel Och Hastsport
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This is a special English-Swedish edition of this magazine dealing with (so far as I can translate) some glimpses from the equestrian Olympics of 1956. These portions of the competition were held in Stockholm rather than Melbourne with the rest of the games due to quarantine issues. This booklet has great photos and information, mostly in Swedish. $49.99. #98614.
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The Horseman's Encyclopedia
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Horse lovers and riders alike will appreciate this comprehensive guide to riding. With information on everything from proper posture to breeds and their histories, this book will answer almost any question pertaining to the topic. $10.99. #98626.
Inside the Horseman's Encyclopedia
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Breaking and Riding
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James Fillis gives us "Breaking and Riding" with up-to-date commentaries by Major-General Geoffrey Brooke. This illustrated manual is a lovely piece of equestrian history. $24.99. #98673.
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The Equestrian Olympic Sketchbook
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If you love horses or sketchbooks, you will love this book, full of pencil sketches and paintings of Olympic champions rendered and worded by Sam Savitt. Check it out for $49.99. #98653.
Beautiful illustrations
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Sankt Georg Almanach 1952
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This multi-lingual book is loaded with photos and text on the various horses involved in Olympic glory. $34.99. #98652.
Sankt Georg Almanach 1952
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Steeplechasing
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"Steeplechasing" is given to us by Bert Clark Thayer and published in f1949 by The Artful Press. It is an in-depth look at this sport with all the "why"s and "wherefore"s. Hardback edition with lightly edgeworn dustjacket. $15.99. #98651.
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Pari-Mutuel Horse Racing and Breeding in New York State: An Economic Profile
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Put out by the Joint Legislative Task Force, this report is a study and evaluation of the pari-mutuel racing and breeding industry in New York State. It was published in 1982 and is an x-library book with usual markings, otherwise good condition. Another rare find! $99.99. #96151.
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Prof. Beery's Saddle-Horse Instructions, 5-Volume Set
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This is a charming little find. A 5-Volume Set of Saddle-Horse instruction from the great Prof. Beery. These booklets were published in 1934 and give one everything they need to know to get started with these horses. In wonderful condition. $27.49. #99440.
The Other Four
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