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« In The How and Why Wonder Book of Horses , we are reminded that someone once said, "There is something about the outside of a horse that is good for the inside of the man." This belief is certain to be strengthened by reading this book. For the horse as man’s constant friend and helper is made vividly clear. Young people who, by good fortune, already know horses through personal experiences can find new knowledge and insights of several kinds. And those who have not had direct experience with horses will surely gain a new interest.
This book is filled with answers to many questions about horses and their usefulness. For example, it tells how the horse has developed from primitive beginnings, when it was no larger than a fox, to the present day. And it describes how, by careful selection and breeding, horses for different purposes have been developed. We do not always think about the importance of this animal to the history of mankind. Yet, because of its speed, strength and intelligence the horse has uniquely changed the course of history. Without it there would have been no Pony Express! And without it the movement to the great prairies of the West would have been greatly delayed. Yes, the horse and the history of mankind are closely related.
The How and Why Wonder Book of Horses has value for use in history and social classes as well as in science. And equally important, it can be read and enjoyed just for the fun of it. » Présentation de l’éditeur (1961)