Learn about the history, from how horses evolved and were domesticated, to the world of working horses in the nineteenth century, to the Spanish Riding School's stunning snowy white stallions. Feature spreads provide details covering topics as diverse as famous horses in literature, heroic horses in battle, and stunt horses in Western movies. Breed profiles help identify readers favorite types of horses, as well as a valuable introduction to the practicalities of horse care and riding lessons making.

Early horses -- Native ponies -- Working horses -- Horses on show -- Sport horses -- Keeping a pony.