The Horse Encyclopedia

The horse has been humanity’s partner for five thousand years — in war and agriculture, sport and ceremony — and selective breeding has produced three hundred distinct breeds displaying a range of physical form, temperament, and ability that rivals the diversity of the dog. DK’s The Horse Encyclopedia is the comprehensive reference for all of it: every breed profiled in detail, with exceptional photography and authoritative text covering origin, characteristics, care requirements, and the historical and cultural role each breed has played.

Wild horses and ponies, draught breeds and thoroughbreds, warmbloods and gaited horses — all receive equal depth of coverage. The photography captures each breed in action and at rest with the quality that makes this a pleasure to look at as well as to read.

The definitive horse reference — essential for any equestrian enthusiast and a beautiful natural history celebration of humanity’s oldest animal partner. Published by DK.