Kingfisher Book Of Horse And Pony Stories

The Kingfisher Book of Horse and Pony Stories is a magical collection of contemporary stories about horses. It is sure to appeal to horse-lovers everywhere. The collection explores the world of these magnificent animals with heart-warming humour, exhilarating adventures and moving stories. Carefully selected by equestrian expert Jenny Oldfield, with specially commissioned full-colour illustrations by leading artists throughout this book will make the perfect gift for horse-mad girls of all ages.

Now in paperback "these well-written and sensitively selected stories" (School Library Journal) will take readers on the ride of a lifetime. Sure to appeal to horse lovers, this treasury explores the world of these magnificent animals and the special relationship that they share with their riders. Carefully chosen by equestrian expert Jenny Oldfield, this collection includes twelve moving stories full of warm humor and exhilarating adventures. Powerful full-color illustrations by leading artists make this a perfect gift for horse enthusiasts of all ages.

This is a collection of 20 stories & extract s - from classic works by, amongst others, Anna Sewell, D. H . Lawrence, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle & Tolstoy, as well as fro m more modern masters of the genre such as Monica Dickens & Michael Morpurgo. '

The Kingfisher Illustrated Horse & Pony Encyclopedia is a fantastic gift for children who dream of having a horse or pony of their own. There is a clear introduction to the horse followed by chapters explaining horse and pony care, riding lessons, and breeds. The encyclopedia is packed full of gorgeous photographs of horses and ponies -- showing how they look, what they do, and where in the world they are found. And of course every horse lover wants to ride, and The Kingfisher Illustrated Horse & Pony Encyclopedia takes the novice rider from first mount to cantering and galloping.

Filled with essential information on horses and ponies, this encyclopedia is packed with gorgeous photographs showing how they look, what they do, and where in the world they are found. It also offers a clear introduction on how to care for these animals, how to ride, and different breeds. Includes a glossary. Full color.

Includes complete stories and extracts of longer works, all about horses, by such authors as Mary O'Hara, Arthur Conan Doyle, C.S. Lewis, and Marguerite Henry.

A collection of short stories by such author as Enid Bagnold and Walter Farley.