Bibliothèque mondiale du cheval

« The purpose of this volume is to put before the reader in encyclopedic form the many facts, as established by recognized authorities, that would be of interest. and service to all horse lovers. Those who are beginning their careers as equestrians are frequently puzzled by the terminology of this new horse world. Even the person who has spent all his life with one breed or in one locality may find himself completely ignorant of the new terms he finds upon moving to another locale. The owner of a stable, whether it be of two, ten, or twenty head, is constantly being faced with new problems. Although the answers to many of the questions dealt with in this book have appeared elsewhere in print, it is often difficult to look through a library to find them. Thus, the author has here assembled in convenient form the answers to thousands of questions covering every phase of riding and horses. In simple, direct language the beginner is instructed in the rudiments of riding. The lover of a specific breed may trace the history and origin of that breed and those interested in hunting or harness racing will learn how and where these sports have developed as well as many technicalities concerning them. » Présentation de l’éditeur (1973)