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The Horse Encyclopedia
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The Horse Encyclopedia
by Josée Hermsen

A valuable reference for anyone interested in horses or equestrian riding -  lavishly illustrated with full color photos on every page

  • (1998 - Republished in 2001)  312 pages / 6 1/2" x 9 1/2"
  • full color photos, diagrams and sketches, appendix, index
  • ISBN: 1-55209-305-0 hardcover $19.95
  • Firefly Books holds US rights.

The Young Equestrian
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 The Young Equestrian
Professional Instruction for Ambitious Riders

by Caroline Davis

A unique guide to learning to ride designed to inspire and instill confidence in young riders, or inexperienced riders of any age.

  • (September 2000) 178 pages / 9" x 11"
  • 170 full color photographs, including 8 sequential; 62 full color illustrations, including 6 annotated and 14 sequential; index, glossary, further reading, useful addresses
  • ISBN: 1-55209-484-7 paper with flaps $19.95
  • Firefly Books holds Canadian & US rights
Horse and Pony Shows and Events
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Firefly Riding Club

by Carolyn Henderson

These illustrated, collectible guides cover all aspects of horsemanship for the young rider -- from identifying breeds and veterinary care to grooming and riding techniques. Full color, step-by-step photographs guide readers through the learning process. With every page packed full with clear explanations and useful tips, Firefly Riding Club is a practical series for both novice and experienced riders, and particularly encouraging for young equestrian enthusiasts.

Each title includes:

  • full color photographs throughout, including how-to photos
  • sidebars and panels throughout
  • full color illustrations
  • useful addresses
  • checklists
  • glossary
  • index

Series released February 2000

Each book is:

  • 48 pages / 7 7/16" x 9 3/8"
  • full color photographs (including how-to-photos), sidebars and panels throughout; full color illustrations; useful addresses; checklists; glossary; index
  • laminated hardcover $14.95
  • Firefly Books holds Canadian rights only
Horse and Pony Care
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Firefly Riding Club
The Encyclopedia of the Horse
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 The Encyclopedia of the Horse
The Definitive Guide to the Horse: the Major Breeds of the World, Their History & Modern Use
by Elwyn Hartley Edwards

The most detailed, informative equestrian book available: authoritative, unique and covers every aspect of equine lore and history as well as up-to-date information on the world's major breeds.

  • (August 1999) 400 pages / 10" x 11 3/4"
  • 1,000 full color illustrations, photographs and maps throughout, index, glossary
  • ISBN: 1-55209-363-8 hardcover with jacket $49.95
  • Firefly Books holds Canadian rights only.
The Kingdom of the Horse
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 The Kingdom of the Horse
A Comprehensive Guide to the Horse and the Major Breeds
Edited by Caroline Davis

Follow the fascinating development of the relationship between humans and horses, in war, in myth and legend, and in art. Includes the evolution and physiology of horses, sport and horsemanship and profiles of 50 breeds of modern horses.

  • (1998)   224 pages / 9" x 12"
  • 300 full color photos
  • ISBN: 1-55209-285-2 jacketed hardcover $40.00
  • Firefly Books hold Canadian rights only.
The Last of the Wild Horses
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 The Last of the Wild Horses
Text by Martin Harbury / Photographs by Ron Watts
Preface by Richard Adams

An evocative celebration of seven distinctive wild horses from around the world that will delight anyone who responds to the romance and beauty of these wild animals.

  • (1994) 192 pages / 10 1/4" x 12 1/4"
  • 117 full color photos
  • ISBN: 1-55013-642-9 paper $19.95
  • Key Porter Books. Firefly Books holds US sales rights only.

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