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Stables – Majestic Spaces
for Horses by Olga Farges, Gabrielle Boiselle, and Alice Moureyre An illustrated collection of famous stables from around the world. Included are those at the Spanish Riding School in Vienna, Calumet Farm in Kentucky, the Jockey Club in Hong Kong, and Versailles in France. The remarkable details and opulent architecture of these outstanding buildings provide a fitting tribute to the horse. HB 192 pp. #031-T0775 $45.00 |
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Ultimate Horse Barns by Randy Leffingwell Beautifully illustrates the exceptional architecture and historical significance of eighteen notable American horse barns. From Gladstone’s Hamilton Farm in New Jersey to the Vanderbilt’s Biltmore Estate in North Carolina, the devotion to the care of horses is expressed in these magnificent buildings. HB 192 pp. #031-H1367
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BARN: The Art of a Working
Building by Elric Endersby, Alexander Greenwood, and David Larkin Lavishly illustrated with over 200 full color photographs. A beautiful tribute to the history, architecture, and heritage of barns. Makes a great gift for anyone who appreciates barns. HB 256 pp. #031-B0297 $60.00 |
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Barn in the U.S.A. From the Pacific Northwest to California, Arizona and New Mexico, our beloved old barns are disappearing at an alarming rate. Explore this photographic tribute to the diverse barns of the West before they are gone. PB 104 pp. #031-T0777
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Sports Driving by Amanda Saville A complete look at the competitive sport of combined driving. Sound advice is given on proper equipment, correct training, and improving performance at events. Helpful tips for a successful dressage test, faster hazards, and a clear round in cones are shared. HB 192 pp. #031- S0016 $36.95 |
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Harness Making by Robert Steinke Describes the tools, materials, and basics of preparing and stitching harness and driving related accoutrements. Various styles and designs of harness are discussed as well as the complete process of hand making a harness. The listing of patterns, sizes, and suppliers is a valuable resource. HB 266pp. #031-H1111 $65.00 |
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Ultimate Guide to Horse
Breeds by Andrea Fitzpatrick A comprehensive look at breeds and types of horses from around the world. Starting with Akhal-Teke from Turkmenistan and ending with Wielkopolski from Poland, much can be learned about the history and use of every imaginable horse breed. An informative section on care and management of horses is also included. PB 441 pp. #031-U0176 $19.95 |
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Repair Your Own Saddlery
and Harness by Robert Steinke A step-by-step guide to tackling simple repairs as well as more complicated jobs. In addition to riding bridle and saddle repairs, a section is devoted to the special repair needs of harness. Dashboard recovering and whip repairs are also covered. PB 162 pp. #031-R0047 $31.95 |
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American Barns by Stanley Schuler Barns, stables, and carriage houses are beautifully described in this intriguing book. The design, function, and beauty of barns from all over the country are captured in over 200 photos. PB 224 pp. #031-A0254 $24.95 |
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They Did it with Horses by Philip Weber Before there were trucks and tractors, horses did it all. This scrapbook of over 400 old photos from the Philip Weber collection shows fascinating street scenes and horses at work. These include farming, delivering, logging, fire fighting, and more. HB 255pp. #031-H0408 $28.95 |
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Buying a Horse by Peter Gray Learn where to buy, what to look for, and how to avoid potential problems. Offers tips on suitability, conformation faults, vices, and the vetting process. PB 24 pp. #031-P0532 $12.95
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Whips and
Whipmaking by David Morgan Although the art of braiding is the main focus of this book, an important section is devoted to an English reprint from 1893 that details the making and repair of holly driving whips. The design and construction of thongs is also covered. Second Edition. PB 219 pp. #031-W0644
$19.95 |
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