The book all horse-lovers have been waiting for

Horses have been our companions in work and leisure for thousands of years. As a species we have profited immeasurably from their resilience, strength and intelligence.

In The Horse, Wendy Williams travels the globe to discover the history of our noble companion, one which stretches back fifty-six million years. From the streets of Vienna to the rugged terrain of Galicia, Williams demonstrates the horse’s intelligence and strength. Blending profound scientific insights with remarkable stories, The Horse is a unique biography of the animal which has carried us across plains and into battle, and whose fascinating past and finely-nuanced mind are brought to life here in this masterful work of narrative non-fiction.

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‘Filled with insight and intriguing detail’.

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'Simultaneously a fascinating natural biography; a scientific travelogue…and a compelling exploration of the bond that unites horses and humans'.

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‘Engaging, comprehensive... delightful... an accessible read and a gift for horse lovers.’

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‘Charming and deeply interesting... Williams does a marvellous job of exploring the nature of horses from many different perspectives.’

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‘She knows what it means to entrust your body to an animal many times your size whose acute perception of danger may differ substantially from your own. Few writers manage to capture the magic of that extraordinary relationship as Ms. Williams does.’

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“An enthusiastic history of and appreciation for all things horse... Anyone with a love of horses will treasure this book, which provides scholarly yet accessible insight into a beautifully constructed animal that has chosen to domesticate man, just as dogs have.”