Horses. Illustrated Guide to the Most Popular Breeds

Smart, strong, and loyal, embodying true greatness, nobility, and grace! Horses have lived alongside us since time immemorial. Without them, great conquests, famous sports victories, the industrial revolution, and the conquest of new lands would be unimaginable. It is impossible to imagine not only the lives of people from different eras but also the progress of human civilization as a whole. This illustrated guide will introduce you to the most notable representatives of the equine family, allowing you to better know and understand these graceful animals and serving as a helpful guide for those who sincerely love and appreciate them! Thanks to this book, you will: - get acquainted with interesting facts about the history of breed origins; - understand the peculiarities of colors—from piebald and black to gray and isabel; - learn which breeds are distinguished by unusual coloring, friendliness, and calmness, and which are known for speed and endurance, lightness, and strength; - gain curious information about the appearance, physiological characteristics, and purpose of each breed. A description of each breed is accompanied by a photograph, which will help determine the breed by appearance.