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The author tells, from the point of view of Annie Johnston, the story of this Nevada woman and her fight to protect the American wild horse, the mustang, from extinction because of professional killers who chased the horses for use in dog food.

After moving from the city out to the horse ranch with her family, Kirstie Scott leads a pony trek through Miner's Ridge when a sudden storm causes a landslide. Trapped alone in Dead Man's Canyon with a herd of wild horses whose leader--a proud, black stallion--has been hurt by falling rocks, she must find a way out and help the injured stallion.

An introduction to the pinto horse, including its role in the settlement of the West and its fame in movies and in rodeos.

Presents the history, physical characteristics, and the abilities of the Lipizzaner horse.

Introduces the American paint horse, known for its unique color patterns and use by Native Americans and ranchers of the Old West.

Maggie McSwain should have been thrilled when Rylan Quaid asked her to marry him. Instead, she was crushed. After all her romantic fantasies, Rys proposal was missing one crucial element: love. The next time he proposed to her-and there would be a next time-common sense would be the last thing on his mind. As far as Ry was concerned, solid partnerships made for lasting marriages-and thats what he could have with Maggie. Of course he wanted her, as...

Thirteen-year old Kate and her friends came up with the perfect way to raise money for her autistic younger brother and others to attend summer camp--a horse scavenger hunt! As local businesses donate money and prizes, Kate keeps the entry fees in her mom's antique jewelry box. But when the box and the money disappear, Kate and her friends must unravel the clues, hold on to hope, and solve the mystery along the Blue Ribbon Trail Ride.

This book describes American Quarter Horses, including their history, physical features, and primary uses.