Bibliothèque mondiale du cheval

« As an expert on hones and all facets of borsemanship, Margaret Cabell Self is one of the best known and most respected names in the equestrian world. The author of thirty-five books, many of which have become recognized as clawics, Mrs. Sell now writes with obvious affection of the marveloosly versatile Morgan Horse. Descended from Justin Morgan, the only stallion ever to be the sole progenitor of a distinctive breed of horses," Morgan Horses, as a breed, have become "prized for their stamina, longevity, attractiveness, and, especially, evenness of disposition."
In a beautiful blend of text and photographs, Mrs. Self tells the fascinating his toey of the Morgan Horse, from its origin to the Morgan of today. Incorporating rare photographs of early Morgans with ones of outstanding contemporary Morgans, Mrs. Self combines them with those taken on location at a breeding farm, following the progress and training of young foals. Mrs. Self illustrates the fascinatingly wide range of Morgan versabitility by covering Performance, Pleasure, and Versatile Morgans, and Morgans as Cutting Horses, as Parade Hoses, and as Trail Horses. Also she shows us Morgans under harness, on the trail, as racers, in public parades and costume rides, and, lastly, as family Friend. A book that will appeal to horse lovers of all ages whatever their preference in breeds, it will hold special delight for those who know and love Morgan horses. » Présentation de l’éditeur (1967)