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Album of Horses

by Marguerite Henry · 1951 · 112 pages

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How did the Morgan horse get its name?

What are the differences between a Belgian and a Clydesdale?

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Why are the Byerly Turk, Darley Arabian, and Godolphin Arabian so important?

Find the answers to these and many other intriguing questions in Marguerite Henry's Album of Horses. The award-winning author of the wonderful stories Misty of Chincoteague, King of the Wind,and Brighty of the Grand Canyon, Marguerite Henry describes in vivid detail the hardworking Shire, the elegant Lipizzan, the spirited Mustang, and many more. Never before have facts about horses been more accessible, and with Wesley Dennis's classic illustrations highlighting every page, this unique collection is sure to be treasured by horse lovers of all ages.

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Subject
historyscience
Themes
horsesanimalschildhoodartnature
Setting
1950s
Audience
childrensyoung adultpicture books
Length
short · 112 pages

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