Horse Bits and Pieces

Sarah Widdicomb (Autor)

Buch | Hardcover

160 Seiten

2006
David & Charles (Verlag)
978-0-7153-2420-2 (ISBN)

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Presents a collection of turf trivia, sporting surprises, and assorted equine facts that appeal to those with an interest in horses. Answers to be found in this book include: what are the rules to Buzkashi? Why are horses measured in hands? Who are the greatest race winners? Why is the world famous Spanish Riding School actually in Austria?

This is a diverse and entertaining collection of turf trivia, sporting surprises, and assorted equine facts that will appeal to anyone with even a passing interest in horses. Answers to be found in this book include: what are the rules to Buzkashi? Why are horses measured in hands? Who are the greatest race winners (and losers)? Why is the world famous Spanish Riding School actually in Austria? And many more. Beautifully packaged, great price point and wide-ranging subject - this is the perfect gift for anyone who's ever wondered why the left-hand side of a horse is referred to as 'near' no matter how far away it is...

Sarah Widdicombe has a lifetime of equine experience and a keen interest in horse-related trivia. She lives in the shadow of Hound Tor on Dartmoor, Devon.

Fascinating facts revealed about:; Racing; Polo; Hunting; The Wild West and rodeo; Horses from history; Bizarre horse keeping practices; Famous steeds; Riders and trainers; Celebrity horse connections; And much more...

Erscheint lt. Verlag	27.10.2006
Zusatzinfo	30 line illustrations
Verlagsort	Newton Abbot
Sprache	englisch
Maße	139 x 180 mm
Gewicht	240 g
Themenwelt	Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Natur / Technik ► Tiere / Tierhaltung
Themenwelt	Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Sport ► Reiten / Pferde
ISBN-10	0-7153-2420-9 / 0715324209
ISBN-13	978-0-7153-2420-2 / 9780715324202
Zustand	Neuware