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• Gliff

  Smith, Ali, 1962-

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  Set in a near-future surveillance state, this dystopian story follows young siblings Rose and Briar as they are left alone in an abandoned farm and form a bond with a doomed horse. Through this unusual connection, the author explores humanity,…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Horse

  Brooks, Geraldine,

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  Spanning from the middle of the 18th century to modern day, the narrative focusses on a Black enslaved groomsman, Jarred, and the race horse Lexington. Their story lives on through art and science. The book emphasizes the huge role of enslaved…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The Horse

  a Galloping History of Humanity

  Winegard, Timothy C. (Timothy Charles), 1977-

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  The Horse explores the profound impact of horses on human history, from transportation and farming to colonization and warfare. Chronicling their domestication and role in shaping civilizations, it highlights how the horse has been integral to…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Horse Girls

  Recovering, Aspiring, and Devoted Riders Redefine the Iconic Bond

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  Horse Girls is an essay collection that challenges and broadens the stereotypical image of the "horse girl," exploring how the bond between women and horses transcends race, class and privilege. Featuring diverse voices, the book delves into the…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Horses

  a 4,000-year Genetic Journey Across the World

  Orlando, Ludovic, 1977-

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  While the predecessor of the horse—a much smaller animal which had multiple padded toes—goes back millions of years, this book focusses on the more recent history of the species and how their domestication and breeding which led to establishing…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Horses & Ponies

  More Than 50 Projects and Techniques for Drawing and Painting Horses and Ponies in Pencil, Acrylic, Watercolor, and More!

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  If you love horses and art, why not bring these two passions together? This book will teach you how to portray these magnificent creatures on paper or canvas.

• Mirror Horse

  a Memoir

  Williamson, Tamara,

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  The Canadian artist recounts her life through the horses she has loved, revealing how riding offered connection, discipline and meaning amid a chaotic upbringing and personal trauma. The story uses these equine relationships to explore creativity,…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Perestroika in Paris

  Smiley, Jane,

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  Paras (short for Perestroika), a curious racehorse, escapes her stall and wanders into Paris, where she teams up with a resourceful dog named Frida and a small community of animals living quietly in the city green spaces. When she befriends a boy…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The Perfect Horse

  the Daring U.S. Mission to Rescue the Priceless Stallions Kidnapped by the Nazis

  Letts, Elizabeth,

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  History buffs and horse lovers will enjoy the story of a lesser-known episode of World War II—the rescue of pure-breed horses from war-torn Europe. The animals were part of a German project to create a perfect warhorse. As the front lines were…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Pony Confidential

  Lynch, Christina,

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  A grumpy, runaway pony embarks on a cross-country journey to save Penny, who has been falsely accused of murder. Using his sharp insight into human behaviour, the pony sets out to clear Penny’s name in a heartwarming, humorous mystery that…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• War Horse

  Morpurgo, Michael

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  It is estimated that about six million horses served in World War I. Besides cavalry units, they were used for pulling artillery, transportation and deliveries to the front lines. This fictional story, which was successfully adapted to the stage and…Read moreRead more of this annotation