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The Magnificent Book of Horses

Brief Description
This beautifully illustrated series will have you captivated. Stunning illustrations, intriguing facts, and a large format make an engaging reference to revisit time and again. From stocky Shetland ponies and gentle Welsh cobs to energetic Arabian horses and muscular destriers, dozens of horse breeds are depicted... Read More
Format: Hardback
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The Magnificent Book of Horses

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This beautifully illustrated series will have you captivated. Stunning illustrations, intriguing facts, and a large format make an engaging reference to revisit time and again.

From stocky Shetland ponies and gentle Welsh cobs to energetic Arabian horses and muscular destriers, dozens of horse breeds are depicted in beautiful full-colour illustrations. Accompanied by a selection of intriguing facts about each horse, this is a wonderful reference young equestrians will revisit time and again.

The Magnificent Book of Horses by Weldon Owen, Tom Jackson, and Diana Ferguson offers an immersive experience into the world of horses, perfect for equestrians of any age.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9798886743319

Publisher: Weldon Owen, Incorporated

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 07 October 2025

Country: United States

Imprint: Weldon Owen, Incorporated

Illustration: Yes

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Simon Mendez
  • Illustrated by Val Walerczuk

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 13.0mm

Width: 272.0mm

Height: 370.0mm

Weight: 966g

Pages: 80

About the Author

Weldon Owen is an imprint of Insight Editions, a publisher of illustrated books on food & drink, photography, music, and popular culture. Elegant and informative, Weldon Owen titles showcase the best of art, photography, and design in exquisite presentations of the bookmaker's craft. They are located in San Rafael, CA. 

Tom Jackson has been a writer for more than 20 years. He has written over 100 books and contributed to many more, covering everything from climate change to axolotls to zoroastrianism. His specialities are zoology, natural history, technology, and all things scientific.

Diana Ferguson is a writer and editor who has worked for many years in illustrated non-fiction for both adults and children. She has written a number of books on different subjects but myth and folklore remain her passion.

Simon Mendez is an illustrator who takes particular pleasure in rendering images in exquisite detail often with an enchanting ethereal quality. He concentrates on conceiving mood lighting and creating compositions that are dynamic and engaging to draw the eye. 

Val Walerczuk believes anything is possible when it comes to creating art. This internationally acclaimed illustrator is a stickler for accuracy and attention to detail, and is passionate about animals and natural history.

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