Equestrian and animal sports

Isaac Burns Murphy (1861-1896) was one of the most dynamic jockeys of his era.

Isaac Burns Murphy (18611896) was one of the most dynamic jockeys of his era.

A history of the American horse that won Britain's greatest race and changed the Thoroughbred racing world.

A history of the American horse that won Britain's greatest race and changed the Thoroughbred racing world.

Each year on the first Saturday in May, the world turns its attention to the twin spires of Churchill Downs for the high-stakes excitement of the "e;greatest two minutes in sports,"e; the Kentucky Derby.

"e;Accounts of the sport's greatest horses and most colorful characters .

Each year on the first Saturday in May, the world turns its attention to the twin spires of Churchill Downs for the high-stakes excitement of the "e;greatest two minutes in sports,"e; the Kentucky Derby.

Well before dawn on a mid-November morning, a caravan of customized pick-up trucks begins filing out of Duncan, Oklahoma.

Ever since British soldiers returning from India in the mid-nineteenth century introduced their homeland to a fast-paced ball game on horseback, polo has remained the quintessential British sport.

The definitive guide to dressage--the art, science, and secrets of graceful horsemanship for riders who want to exude natural elegance in the saddle Dressage has been described as "e;a beautiful ballet on horseback.

Experience the sheer joy of being one with your horse and one with nature.

Learn to ride correctly, safely, and confidently In this breakthrough guide, renowned riding expert Gincy Self Bucklin offers adult riders a unique, proven method for developing a good physical, mental, and emotional relationship with a horse.

Cinch today's top new riding techniquesIn the past twenty-five years, a number of major innovations in horse handling have gained acceptance in the global community.

Point-to-point jockey Jess Haddon has maintained a resolute silence about the identity of the father of her little daughter, Izzy.

Blackmail, seduction and murder - there's more to horseracing than meets the eye John Francome explores the cut-throat world of international flat racing in his jaw dropping racing thriller Stone Cold.

When the odds are stacked against you do you give in or get even?

When it comes to corruption and murder there's no easy way out.

The need to win can push some people over the edge.

Two riders, two unexplained deaths.

A day at the races ends in murder.

A celebration of one of Australia's fastest-growing sports: Professional Bull Riding.

'This history of the Waterhouse dynasty is a cut above the field of racing books that burst from the barriers this time of year' - Sydney Morning HeraldDrama, glamour, scandal, success - and very high stakes.

From the Wild West shows of the nineteenth century to the popular movie Westerns of the twentieth century, one view of an idealized and mythical West has been promulgated.

The second volume of A School Horse Legacy.

Introduction to Equestrian Sports offers parents and riders who are new to the scene detailed descriptions of what is involved in each of the four main disciplines: hacking/showing, dressage, showjumping and eventing.

Pulitzer Prize-winning author Jane Smiley draws upon her first-hand knowledge to examine the horse on all levels - practical, theoretical and emotional.

Just as football evolved with the introduction of the forward pass and basketball with the development of the jump shot, so too was handicapping forever changed by the use of speed figures--and it all started with Andrew Beyer's Picking Winners.

In The Winning Horseplayer, Andrew Beyer builds on the strategy of speed handicapping that he detailed brilliantly in Picking Winners by introducing the concept of trip handicapping.

No serious horseplayer should be without Beyer on Speed, the third jewel in Andrew Beyer's literary triple crown.

''Behind the scenes'' description of British flat racing based on Cassidy''s experiences working in Newmarket.

With a rugged yet romantic mystique, western riding is as American as the Old West, Roy Rogers, and John Wayne.

Unless you're familiar with the sport, you're probably intimidated!

Techniques to help riders fine-tune their communication and riding skills This follow-up to How Your Horse Wants You to Ride helps intermediate to advanced riders improve their communication with their mounts and polish their overall riding skills.

A crucial element of eventing is that horse and rider complete the cross-country course within a set time ('the optimum time').

In praise of Fitness, Performance and the Female Equestrian"e;This book is an important guide for women who want to feel well, ride well and extend their active years.

A Practical Guide for Adult RidersThe Howell Equestrian Library is a distinguished collection of books on all aspects of horsemanship and horsemastership.

This is the definitive book on grooming your horse to catch the judge s eye.

This guide helps horse owners, riders, and trainers at all levels learn how to assess any horse's fitness, strengths, and weaknesses.

Many riders want to try jumping, but are intimidated.

With three full exercise routines for riders at beginner, intermediate, and advanced fitness levels, this guide helps you achieve a good basic riding position that is centered, aligned, balanced, and relaxed.

The sudden death of Gordon W.

There can be no better way of getting to know Ireland than by visiting its racecourses: from the glamour of Leopardstown and the class of The Curragh to the majestic mountains around Killarney; from the warm welcome at Gowran Park and Clonmel to the summer holidaymakers' meetings and 'industry' days in the winter months.

As even a quick glance around a saddler shop or through a tack store catalog will show, the world of horse bits is both enormous and mystifying.

"e;May be the most fascinating untold sports story in American history.

"e;After a number of up-the-track finishes by authors trying to emulate the success of Laura Hillenbrand's bestselling Seabiscuit: An American Legend, a worthy successor has at last broken out of the pack .

Guts and glory, bulls and barrel racing, spurs and scars are all part of rodeo, a sport of epic legends.

Who would have dreamed that a one-day calf show would evolve into a top-five professional rodeo that raises millions of dollars for education?

Thetriumphanttruestory of the native Hawaiian cowboys who crossed the Pacific to shock America at the 1908 world rodeo championshipsOregon Book Award winner *An NPR Best Book of the Year *Pacific Northwest Book Award finalist * A Reading the West Book Awards finalist"e;Groundbreaking.

Bill Barichs widely praised work is at its peak in these intimate glimpses into the stories behind the stories, the real people behind the public faade of the athletic realm.