Of Women and Horses (Hardcover)

by GaWaNi PonyBoy (Commentary, Compiler) "When I first read this excerpt from Albert Borgman, I wept, and I still weep to this day whenever I read it..." (more)
Key Phrases: Sweet Bid

Editorial Reviews

Review
It seems that almost all little girls in North America love horses and many women have a palpable affection. -- ForeWord Magazine

Product Description
In the tradition of Horse, Follow Closely comes the fascinating book Of Women and Horses. Author and horse trainer GaWaNi Pony Boy gathers an impressive array of known and unknown horsewomen, who in touching prose describe the unique relationships they have with their horses. Women from all walks of life delve into their hearts to give us a taste of the special love, admiration, respect, and fun they have had with various horses. Illustrated with beautiful full-color photographs by Gabrielle Boiselle and other artwork from various artists, Of Women and Horses gives us a glimpse of a most rewarding and historical bond between human and animal.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 160 pages
• Publisher: BowTie Press (May 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1889540528
• ISBN-13: 978-1889540528
• Product Dimensions: 11.2 x 9.1 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (21 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #405,847 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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68 of 69 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Touching, intimate portraits of horses and their women..., February 11, 2001

By	Laura Haggarty (Northern KY USA) - See all my reviews (TOP 1000 REVIEWER)    (REAL NAME)

I've been riding on and off all my life since my grandfather put me on a horse at the tender age of three. This book explores the relationships we, as women, have with our beasties, and does so beautifully. Through the words of 22 women from all walks of life: cowgirls to princesses; barrel racers to show jumpers; we see the intricate, emotional, complex relationship that women have with their horses.

The book has an essay on horses by each of the women featured, and is illustrated with beautiful photographs, expressive watercolors, textural oils, and graceful line drawings. It's a book to be savored, read in the evening when you won't be distracted, sipped gently like a fine wine, not gulped. It's a book to come back to again and again, to re-read the essays, to empathize with the writers, and to ponder anew the comments that GaWaNi makes after each piece. It's a book which captures, in physical form, the ephemeral relationship we have with our 'mulies. It's rather surprising that a man could do so, but given this man's expertise with horses, I suppose not so much so.

If you're looking for a gorgeous book to celebrate the special bond between horses and women, this is the one to buy.

68 of 70 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Sleepless in Ohio, September 6, 2000

By	Kimberly S. Reis (Kettering, Ohio United States) - See all my reviews

I received this book about a month ago and can't put it down. I've read it over and over again, needless to say I have lost many hours of sleep because I just can't unglue myself from it. The intense emotion and enthusiasm that these women express towards their love of horses really hit home for me. A very compelling and insightful book for anyone who has a passion for this magnificient animal.

44 of 44 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing! One of a Kind!!, October 19, 2000

By	Louise Cox (Windsor, CT USA) - See all my reviews

I don't think an average male would be capable of collecting and organizing such amazing stories from such sensitive women. The art work, photographs and text truly convey the connection between women and horses. This book honors and validates what we women have always known. Thank you.