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Great Australian Horse Stories

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Great Australian Horse Stories is a compelling collection by Anne Crawford that shares the unique relationships between Australians and their horses. The book features various tales of adventure, companionship, and the profound bonds formed between the riders and their equine counterparts. With heartwarming and inspiring narratives, it captures the spirit of life on horseback across Australia's diverse landscapes.
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If you have a passion for heartfelt tales of connection between humans and horses, you might enjoy this captivating collection. It offers inspiring and touching stories that showcase the unique bond shared with these majestic animals across the Australian landscape, making it a delightful read for horse enthusiasts and admirers of true-life adventures.

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Life in the saddle - from wild brumbies of the high country to trusty stock horses of the outback and from drovers to dressage riders - a collection of heart-warming tales for horse-lovers.

Life in the saddle - from wild brumbies of the high country to trusty stock horses of the outback and from drovers to dressage riders. A collection of heart-warming tales for horse lovers.

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Great Australian Horse Stories brings to life true stories—funny, poignant, and sometimes dramatic—of horses from all over the nation, spanning generations.

Outback legends. Loyal carthorses. Spectacular high jumpers. Trusty stock horses. Horses that have defied the odds to win—or just to live. With them are the people who make horses their lives. From drovers to dressage riders. Brumby runners in the bush. The rags-to-riches metropolitan trainer. Riders who have persevered through accident and adversity to stay in the saddle.

There are stories that recollect the ways of old-timers and their working horses, and others that tell of new methods that challenge our thinking about the way we handle horses today. The stories capture the beauty and spirit of the horse and the special bond that lies at the heart of any good horse-human relationship.

These heart-warming tales will resonate with horse-lovers and anyone who enjoys a good Australian yarn.

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Great Australian Horse Stories by Anne Crawford captivates readers with heartfelt tales about the bond between Australians and their horses. The richly detailed anecdotes evoke emotions and offer insights into different aspects of life with horses, resonating with both animal lovers and history enthusiasts alike. Each story is a testament to the profound connection humans have with these noble creatures.

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ISBN: 9781743316801

Publisher: Allen & Unwin

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 30 October 2013

Country: Australia

Imprint: Allen & Unwin

Illustration: 2 x 8pp colour photos

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 25.0mm

Width: 154.0mm

Height: 234.0mm

Weight: 472g

Pages: 320

About the Author

Anne Crawford is co-author of Doctor Hugh: My Life with Animals and Forged with Flames: A True Story of Courage and Survival.

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