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26%OFFWendy Williams - The Horse: A Biography of Our Noble Companion - 9781780747934 - V9781780747934
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The Horse: A Biography of Our Noble Companion

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Description for The Horse: A Biography of Our Noble Companion Hardback. The book all horse-lovers have been waiting for Num Pages: 320 pages, 30 black and white photos. BIC Classification: WNGH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 243 x 166 x 35. Weight in Grams: 604.

Horses have been our companions in work and leisure for thousands of years. As a species we have profited immeasurably from their resilience, strength and intelligence.

In The Horse, Wendy Williams travels the globe to discover the history of our noble companion, one which stretches back fifty-six million years. From the streets of Vienna to the rugged terrain of Galicia, Williams demonstrates the horse’s intelligence and strength. Blending profound scientific insights with remarkable stories, The Horse is a unique biography of the animal which has carried us across plains and into battle, and whose fascinating past and finely-nuanced mind are ... Read more

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Product Details

Publisher
Oneworld Publications
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2015
Condition
New
Weight
595 g
Number of Pages
320
Place of Publication
London, United Kingdom
ISBN
9781780747934
SKU
V9781780747934
Shipping Time
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Ref
99-16

About Wendy Williams
Wendy Williams has been a science journalist for more than thirty years, with articles appearing in publications across the United States. She is the author of several books, including Kraken and Cape Wind. Horses have been part of her life since she was five years old.

Reviews for The Horse: A Biography of Our Noble Companion
‘Filled with insight and intriguing detail’.
Daily Mail
'Simultaneously a fascinating natural biography; a scientific travelogue…and a compelling exploration of the bond that unites horses and humans'.
BBC Wildlife
‘Engaging, comprehensive... delightful... an accessible read and a gift for horse lovers.’
Independent
‘Charming and deeply interesting... Williams does a marvellous job of exploring the ... Read more

Goodreads reviews for The Horse: A Biography of Our Noble Companion


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