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People We Know, Horses They Love

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This book is such a treat! From the wonderful mother/daughter stories featuring Alfre Woodard and Mavis Spencer and Catherine Ross and Cleo Elliott to the eye opening abuse of Premerin mares as told by Andrea Eastman and the plight of the American Wild Horse described by Neda DeMayo with each turn of the page I was captivated. The photos of Robert Redford, Dennis Quaid, Kim Novak and Hilary Duff were exceptional and what a surprise to see Giselle as such a capapble and competent rider. I truly loved this book and intend to give it to many on my holiday gift list this year!

"People We Know, Horses They Love" is a beautifully written and photographed book. The stories about celebrities and their love of horses are quite interesting and moving. Some of the best stories are of the lesser know people like Buck Brannaman--the inspiration for the movie "The Horse Whisperer" and Neda Demayo--founder of the Return To Freedom Wild Horse Sanctuary for wild horses and burros. The stories and photographs of well known celebrities give us insights into their lives that we normally do not see or hear about. The book is truly inspirationaland a joy to read and re-read.

I debated rating this book "3 Stars", but decided to be nice for a change and not discourage other people from buying it as a gift for "horsey" friends. There are some disturbing flaws in the text...proof-reading errors, grammatical errors, and worse, factual errors. The celebrity "interviews" all sound as if they came from the same person. Perhaps the "same person" transcribed them. Who knows? There could be (many) more pictures of actual horses and their people, rather than artsy shots of (very impressive) trees and other fancy real estate and scenery (especially a super model in Spandex breeches and a sports bra) that just serve to make us poor non-celebrity slobs feel inadequate. True horsepeople will be a tad disappointed. Celebrity groupies will be, too. Almost everyone will be surprised that some of the personalities featured have horses. Many readers will be happy to see that not all of the rich people have super horses...many of them just plain love the ones they have. In summary, Amazon's great low prices and free shipping make up for most of these quibbles. Buy the book!

"People We Know, Horses They Love" is a great book, even for someone who isn't exactly a horse lover. This book is beautifully written, photographed, and perfect for anyone- People Magazine and Cowboys and Indians Magazine readers alike! It helped me mark several names off my holiday gift list.

I bought this book, sight unseen, based on the topic. It was a gift for a friend who loves horses. When it arrived I spent way too much time enjoying the content, photography and the presentation. I may just have to order one for myself. Oh, by the way, the price was terrific. Thanks Amazon for making my shopping easy, affordable and much appreciated by recipients.

This oversize book with photographs by Linda Solomon is exactly as advertised by the title. We see photo-montages of stars like Robert Redford with his favorite horses. The text burbles on about his screen credits and career and the Sundance film festival. Robert Redford talks about his (horseless) childhood and why and how he learned to ride. The other stars that Rappaport and Wilkinson interview and photograph are Gisele Bundchen (super model from Brazil), Chevy Chase, Robert Duvall, Richard Gere (who raises Appaloosas), Melissa Gilbert and Bruce Boxleitner, Whoopi Goldberg (who currently doesn't own any horses, so was photographed with NYC's finest mounted police), Kelse and Camille Grammer, Joe and Billie Perry (Friesians), Katharine Ross and Cleo Elliott, Jane Seymour (who prefers driving to riding), Maria Shriver, Robert Wagner and Jill St. John, Jeff Bridges, Christie Brinkley, William Devane, Morgan Freeman, Kim Novak, Jack Palance, and Dennis Quaid.

The book has two other, shorter sections titled "Pro and Show" and "Healing Hands, Healing Horses." My favorite interview was with ex-jockey Julie Krone. What a gutsy, determined athelete! There are also short articles on the U. S. Equestrian Team, Dressage, and horse healer Buck Brannaman.

"People We Know, Horses They Love" is a pleasant hodge-podge. I would recommend it to star-struck teenagers who also happen to love horses.

I've been a horse lover since I got my first pony at the age of six. I am also a working entertainment reporter, so I am always on the lookout to talk to celebs who have horses -- but this book taught even me a few things! Who knew Chevy Chase has Icelandics? That's my favorite breed!

People We Know, Horses They Love is not only very well-written and informative, but the pictures are beautiful too. The only reason I didn't give it five stars is because that rating for horse/picture books is reserved for Robert Vavra :)

Staci Layne Wilson

I have always been a bit timid around horses however that didn't stop me from becoming mesmerized the moment that I read the first words of this magical book. I became lost in the wonderful images and finally understand the powerful bond between horse and rider. A favorite story is Neda Demayo and her passion for wild horses and burros. It almost made we want to saddle up to help save these mighty mustangs. I highly recommend this book for all animal lovers, large or small.

I have given this book as a gift many, many times. It has always been warmly received. Great photos, lots of interesting info on celebs who own/love horses. What more could any horse lover ask for?
This book is now available for a fraction of the original price on www.Amazon.com.

Bought this beautiful book for my Dad who is a lover of horses. He enjoyed it very much as I did. Wonderful pictures and heart warming stories of others who spend lots of time with these magnificent creatures.