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As a world-class equestrian and Olympic contender, Annemarie Zimmer lived for the thrill of flight atop a strong, graceful animal. Then, at eighteen, a tragic accident destroyed her riding career and Harry, the beautiful horse she cherished.

Now, twenty years later, Annemarie is coming home to her dying father's New Hampshire horse farm. Jobless and abandoned, she is bringing her troubled teenage daughter to this place of pain and memory,

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"Covers the basics of horseback riding, going over how and where to ride, recommended gear, safety measures, and related activities. It also includes interesting facts about horseback riding, as well as healthy eating and exercise tips to help readers improve their fitness"--Provided by publisher.

Breeding identification, riding techniques, and the proper care for tending to horses are elements of a comprehensive guide about horses and ponies, complete with sidebars, full color photos, helpful tips, and more. The Kingfisher Illustrated Horse and Pony Encyclopedia is a fantastic gift for children who dream of having a horse or pony of their own. There is a clear introduction to the horse followed by chapters explaining horse and pony care, riding...

There is a time to move on, a time to let go . . . and a time to fly.

“Sara Gruen writes with passionate precision about horses and their humans and the healing power of love.”—Maryanne Stahl, author of Forgive the Moon

Anxiety rules Annemarie Zimmer’s days—the fear that her relationship with the man she loves is growing stagnant; the fear that equestrian daughter Eva’s dreams of Olympic glory

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A guide for experts and beginners covering such topics as the purchase, care, feeding, grooming, exercising, and health of horses; equipment; competitions; and European, Western, and side-saddle styles of riding.