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Complete Book of Riding & Ponycare
Series: Usborne Riding Books
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This informative guide to riding andpony care is suitable for all horse enthusiasts, from complete beginners toexperienced riders. Filled with photographs, detailed illustrations and simple,informative text, this book provides an inspirational guide to the world ofhorse riding. Illustrations: Full colourthroughout
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Complete Book of Riding & Ponycare will delight anyone who loves horses, from complete beginners to experienced riders.
With stunning photography and detailed illustrations, it describes everything from tacking up and mounting to what to do when a horse bolts, as well as preparing for a country ride or a three-day event.
Includes links to websites with more riding tips and advice.
Series: Usborne Riding Books
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Complete Book of Riding & Ponycare
Complete Book of Riding & Ponycare will delight anyone who loves horses, from complete beginners to experienced riders. With stunning photography and detailed illustrations, it describes everything from tacking up and mounting to what to do when a horse bolts, as well as preparing for a country ride or a three-day event. Includes links to websites with more riding tips...PaperbackSold Out
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Complete Book of Riding & Ponycare by Gill Harvey and Rosie Dickins is well-received as an engaging and informative resource for children interested in horses and riding. Reviewers appreciate its clear explanations and captivating illustrations, remarking it serves as both a guide for beginners and a cherished reference for young enthusiasts. It effectively combines practical advice with fun, helping to foster a love of horses.
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INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781474948562
Publisher: Usborne Publishing Ltd
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 08 March 2018
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Usborne Publishing Ltd
Contributors:
- Illustrated by Mikki Rain
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 11.0mm
Width: 217.0mm
Height: 276.0mm
Weight: 670g
Pages: 144
About the Author
Rosie Dickins grew up in England and Hong Kong. An avid reader, she always loved dreaming up her own stories. After studying literature at Oxford University, art in Paris and plenty of travelling, she settled in London, where she works for Usborne Publishing. She has written over a hundred children's books, from award-winning information books to fiction.
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