From School Library Journal
Grade 4 Up-Despite its high-flown subtitle, this book really presents the usual basic principles and practices of good horsemanship. In a matter-of-fact, somewhat dry tone, Davis leads readers through the hows and whys of learning to ride and care for a horse that stress safety and consideration for the animal. Plenty of photographs and illustrations show both the fun and work that the sport can provide. A final chapter discusses equestrian activities and competitions. The depth of coverage is somewhat unique, offering more than Lucinda Green's Riding (DK, 2000) and less than Sibylle Luise Binder's Riding for Beginners (Sterling, 1999). Double-spaced text results in an open look. Readers eager to get in the saddle will find this coverage to be just what they need.
Lisa Falk, Los Angeles Public Library Copyright 2001 Reed Business Information, Inc.
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Davis provides a clearly written, thorough, basic guide to horse care ... highly recommended. --
Marsha Valance, Voice of Youth Advocates, February 2001Readers eager to get in the saddle will find this coverage to be just what they need. --
Lisa Falk, School Library Journal, February 2001This comprehensive guide, generously illustrated with full-color photographs and drawings, will appeal to riding enthusiasts who take the sport seriously. --
Lauren Peterson, Booklist, February 15, 2001
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