"Since 1973, Storey's Country Wisdom Bulletins have offered practical, hands-on instructions designed to help readers master dozens of country living skills quickly and easily. There are now more than 170 titles in this series, and their remarkable popularity reflects the common desire of country and city dwellers alike to cultivate personal independence in everyday life."--

"This first paperback edition of a Choice Magazine Outstanding Academic Book is a comprehensive, illustrated compilation of essays by some of the world's foremost authorities on horses. Horses through Time examines in laymen's terms the development of the lineage of horses through the paleontological record, the domestication of horses based on the archaeological record, the history of the interplay between humans and horses, the lively history of...

"Best-selling author Cherry Hill presents classic exercises and original patterns and drills in a unique "read-and-ride" format -- this book can be hung like a calendar or draped over a rail for quick and easy reference in the ring. With exercises such as working walk, canter, two squares, half halt, and flying changes, you'll develop your skills quickly and easily. Suitable for both English and Western riders."--

"This user-friendly guide to essential skills, from equine expert Cherry hill, covers everything from feeding and haltering to tying, grooming, clipping, bathing, braiding, and blanketing. This wealth of practical advice is thorough enough for beginners, yet useful for experienced horsekeepers improving their skills."--

"With clear text and detailed photography, Cherry Hill guides you through each and every step in preparing for safe, low-stress traveling. You'll learn how to select a truck and trailer; train a horse to enter, exit, and travel in a trailer; pack the right gear and emergency equipment; drive safely while pulling a trailer; and care for a horse en route."--

Training a horse brings challenges that can leave you discouraged and frustrated. Now, Jessica Jahiel comes to the rescue with The Horse Training Problem Solver, the third title in her popular Problem Solver series. In a handy Q&A format, Jahiel uses real-life case studies to bring common training challenges to life and then offers sensible, proven solutions that will help you get the most out of every training session. Best of all, Jahiel breaks...

"Proper nutrition is the most important contributor to equine health and well-being. Responsible horsekeepers feed their animals a healthful, nutritionally balanced diet portioned out in quantities that suit the age, size, and activity level of each horse. Thriving horses that stay healthy and strong into old age are those whose nutritional needs are being met. Leading equine nutritionist Melyni Worth explains the many ways in which diet affects...

An unforgettable story of a devastating accident that ends the career of an Olympic contender equestrienne and sets off a chain of events that comes to a crisis point nearly twenty years later. As a world-class equestrian and Olympic contender, Annemarie Zimmer lived for the thrill of flight atop a strong, graceful animal. Then, at eighteen, a tragic accident destroyed her riding career and Harry, the beautiful horse she cherished. Now, twenty years...

This is the story of 18-year-old Kenny, who tries to ignore the bullies at school. He suspects they are involved in robberies around town, but is too afraid to expose them. That is, until they take something precious from a good friend. Somehow he must try to get it back. And it will take all the bravery he can muster. Kenny's story embraces themes of courage and doing the right thing even when the odds are against you. --Provided by publisher. Excerpt:...

This is the 7th book in the MY FIRST HORSE series. Lazelle, a black fourteen year-old, loves/hates the boot camp program that transports him from the streets of Detroit to the mountains in Wyoming. If he can get his grades up, there's a scholarship waiting to play basketball for a suburban high school and after that, perhaps, college. Mackenzie (a suburbanite forced by her upscale parents to experience work-life at the camp) and Creed (facing a jail-or-camp...