"A discarded painting in a junk pile, a skeleton in an attic, and the greatest racehorse in American history: from these strands, a Pulitzer Prize winner braids a sweeping story of spirit, obsession, and injustice across American history. Kentucky, 1850: Jarrett, an enslaved groom, and a bay foal forge a bond of understanding that will carry the horse to record-setting victories across the South. As the nation erupts in civil war, an itinerant young...

"Saddle up and meet wonderful horses from around the world. From hauling heavyweights to performing ponies, brush up on all the breeds and how they have helped humans throughout history" Back cover. A photo essay introducing members of the horse family, their evolution, behavior, importance, history, breeding, and training. Includes major international breeds of domestic horses.

Discusses the different wild horses that can be found around the world today, including Chincoteague ponies, Australian Brumbies, American mustangs, and the wild horses of Asia.

Anthropologist and equestrian expert Susanna Forrest presents a singular, sweeping panorama of the horse's prominent role across time and in societies around the world. Combining fascinating anthropological detail and incisive personal anecdotes, Forrest illustrates how our evolution has coincided with that of horses. Unique, passionate, and insightful, this book investigates the complexities of human and horse coexistence, brilliantly revealing the...

Katie's dad surprises her with a trip to a ranch where she can ride a real horse.

An introduction to the history, physical characteristics, and behavior of pinto horses. Detailed maps Glossary of key words Index Informative sidebars Reviewed Table of contents Animal Kingdom Set 2

Boy and horse are shipwrecked on an island where they become fast friends. Upon their return home they work together for a try in one of the great races at Santa Anita.

Sent to live with his uncle after a violent confrontation with his stepfather, sixteen-year-old Travis, an aspiring writer, finds life in a small Oklahoma town confining until he meets an eighteen-year-old horse trainer named Casey.

"Mysterious mist horses have come to Pixie Hollow. Kate befriends one, but Silvermist finds an old legend that says they might be dangerous"-- Provided by publisher.

When Kate's family moves, she leaves behind her friends and the riding lessons she loves. But when she meets Tori and they find a mysterious thoroughbred, her new life might just mean her biggest dream comes true.