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The book is necessary for what we do at work.It was a tremendous value.We received it a day ahead of when promised, and it looked brand new.Thanks so much.

A Reference for the Serious Horseman--Dated but Irreplacable
Horses have been part of human life for thousands of years and this solid reference, first published in 1976 and revised in 1990, remains one of the most reliable reference books available to the serious horseman.

It has an excellent section on different breeds in America and the sections on anatomy, confirmation, colors and the inheritance of color are both mesmerizing and as useful today as they were when the book was newly published. This is still the first book I reach for when I need to look up a disease as the descriptions are clear and comprehensive.Sometimes the remedies have changed or improved. And this book was published before the "Impressive syndrome" or HYPP condition was discovered in Quarter Horses.

Section 3 on Nutrition and digestion is one area where there has been a wealth of later studies, but the authors are generally sound in their recommendations.They repeat some "old wives tales" such as the prohibition on giving water to a hot horse. But to show that the authors generally "get it right" one can point to their recommendation that drinking water for horses should be in a range from 45F to 65F.A later study established with much effort that horses prefer their drinking water around 60F.This is a good detail to know when dealing with a sick horse on a cold day but for general purposes THE HORSE (second edition) is good enough.

Likewise the advice in chapter 20 regarding fences, stalls and construction is an excellent starting point.Understanding this chapter will help the new owner of a horse farm avoid some expensive mistakes.

One area where this reference is badly dated is in the behavior and training sections.Here I would recommend the works of John Lyons, Linda Tellington-Jones, Pat Parelli or some other practitioner of the natural horsemanship movement which although it seems to be "New Age" in method is actually an attempt to teach "city people" techniques and sensitivities that were well known to our ancestors who worked closely with their horses.

Likewise, many of the management techniques in the breeding section are followed on Thoroughbred horse farms and create lower conception rates in the mares and produce poorly socialized horses that do poorly when turned out in normal herd situations. However, a perusal of these chapters should be usefully discouraging to the owner of a single mare who thinks that breeding her would be a nice, profitable hobby!

What makes this book so indispensable is the collection of diverse equine disciplines and areas of expertise all under one cover; the whole becomes more than a sum of the separate parts. No other reference covers breeds, colors, anatomy, confirmation, horseshoes, parasites, diseases and management practices and does so with some attempt at depth.Even if one area is dated, the dedicated horse owner should be able to supply the deficiency by checking in a periodical or a more recent and narrower publication.The horse has not changed that much in domestication and the general "horse sense" of this reference continues to advise and inform humans who aspire to horsemanship.

The Horse
Bought this book for my Grand daughter who is crazy about horses (and has one).She was pleased with book and liked it very much.That's about all I can say.

great book
i am not taking any equine classes, and i dont even own a horse. my hope is that one day i will own my own horse (and plan on it). i got this book so i can build onto my horse knowledge. i recommend it for anyone who loves horses or owns them. it can be very technical at times but i could understand it most the time. it is a must for anyones library.

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I purchasd this book in "used" condition.I was very pleasantly surprised when I recieved it.It was in PERFECT condition.Would definately purchased from this source again! ... Read more

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The world famous best seller about Roy Rogers and Dale Evans, that has brought hope and inspiration to millions. ... Read more

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Discusses the importance of religion in daily life and how it can help young people deal with problems. ... Read more

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Truth and Mockery reevaluates the most basic ideas in modern living in a reinterpretation of Platonic wisdom. ... Read more

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Excellent coverage and perception
Intriguing clarity and perception into the state of human purpose.Dr. Evans has a sound understanding and a textural grasp on these works of Plato(n), and relates current socio-developments willfully, and with firm understanding. He manages a redefinition of these classic works beyond the current scientific trend. I recommend this work wholeheartedly; well worth the thought it provokes. ... Read more

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This celebrity author has faced more than her share of heartaches, but has survived by resisting negative thinking. Her admonition is to say "yes" to change, growth, joy, laughter, risk, difficulty, and friendship as antidotes to despair. ... Read more

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Happy Trails
Book was in good conditon.I received book quicker than was expected.Would not hesitate to recommend seller to others.This is a great book.Hard to stop reading.It starts off interesting and keeps your attention.

great book
It was one of the best books I have read for along time. The picture are really pretty and delightful. ... Read more

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Most of all, Dale Evans Rogers wants to be remembered as a woman with strong values based on Gods Word. Our Values discusses why values are so crucial and tells how we can return to family, discipline, valor, and patience.

The hardcover edition of this book was published in 1997. ... Read more

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A Wonderful Little Book
If you sometimes feel you are the only one left with wholesome values, this book will prove you are not alone.Makes a wonderful volume for the home library and and fine gift! ... Read more

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With honesty and seasoned maturity, Dale Evans Rogers shares with readers the journey of her life. And though she writes of career crises, the birth of a child with Down's syndrome, the death of three children, and severe health problems, the tale she offers is one of triumph, not of tragedy, as she shows how she has trusted in the Master Potter to shape her into a vessel useful for His glory. 8-page photo insert. ... Read more

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The Potters clay
Wonderful story of Dale Evans, Roy Rogers wife, and excellent content, of a terrific topic... God!Easy read, lots of scripture references from the Bible.Hard to find book.

Real Life Example of Godly Submission
I read this book when I was running from the call to the ministry.It was a God send for me.The book contains many examples of learning through life's experiences to yield fully to God.The experiences and testimonies described in this book are real life, every day problems that all persons will face.If you realize that every person has a ministry to perform in their life and yet you simply don't want to submit to the work, this book is for you. ... Read more

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NEW BOOK ! Very good condition. Dust jacket shows shelf wear.Our books are shrink-wrapped, and carefully packaged to assure your book will arrive in good condition. SATISFACTION GUARANTEED ... Read more

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Grandparents Can - Great Guide to Great Grandparenting
A quick and easy read with wonderful suggestions for showing love and guidance to your grandchildren.I purchased extra copies to pass along to my friends who are new grandparents.The heartwarming stories give examples of showing love, discipline and kindness to our little ones as they grow up.In today's hectic world where parents are always busy, busy, busy, this book explains why spending time with your grandchildren creates a valuable, life-long influence in the child's life. ... Read more

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With contributions from four artists, this book discusses how they interpret the seasons using the medium of watercolours to create atmospheric paintings. Subjects include snow-mantled mountains, flower-filled alpine meadows, blue-bell woods and leaf-carpeted country lanes - these and many more landscapes are presented. All of the artists offer the reader helpful text, preliminary working sketches, step-by-step demonstrations and paintings of nature in all her different aspects, from rain in the hills to morning mist upon the river. They explain the feelings each season evokes for them, their choice of colours and their techniques, from wet-in-wet and wax resist to the use of salt and masking fluid. ... Read more