Book details
Horse
Description
Discover fascinating facts and history about equines in DK Eyewitness Books: Horse. Explore the relationship between horses and humans over 6,000 years, the various uses of horses, different horse breeds, and modern-day knowledge about these majestic animals. Featuring more than 180 images and illustrations, this book offers a comprehensive view of horses, their evolution, and their significant impact on human society. It also highlights the importance of preserving historical landmarks, as depicted by the story of a village working together to save a hillside turf-cut white horse from being covered by Christmas trees.
Age
8-12
Text complexity
expert
Length
48 pages
Why to read
- To gain insight into equine behavior and the bond between horses and humans, if the book is indeed about horses.
- To appreciate Jane Gardam's acclaimed literary style, characterized by wit, compassion, and sharp observation, if the book is by her.
- To explore themes of nature, companionship, and the human-animal connection that are often present in literature about horses.
- To enjoy a narrative that may intertwine historical and personal elements, as is common in Gardam's work, if the book combines her authorship with the subject of horses.