International Encyclopedia of Horse Breeds

Containing 530 black-&-white & 32 color illustrations, this encyclopedia describes more than 394 breeds of horses. Hendricks' book is unique in presenting new information gathered directly from breeders' associations & breed authorities in many countries, & has brought to light breeds not included in any similar book. It includes more than thirty breeds in China, a dozen in Turkey, sixty in the former Soviet Union, & even several breeds in the United States that are unfamiliar to many horse enthusiasts. New information is presented on some age-old controversies, such as that regarding the Arab horse & local breeding conditions. This absorbing book is destined to become the standard international reference work on the subject.Hendricks, Bonnie L. is the author of 'International Encyclopedia of Horse Breeds' with ISBN 9780806127538 and ISBN 0806127538.