An inspirational yet practical book for dressage riders, by a well-known and successful equestrian author. Topic by topic training tips, covering virtually every aspect of dressage training and riding.

The world of modern dressage includes an entire canon of doctrines, which are never questioned, either individually or in form of the system, which they present in their entirety. This book presents a discussion of the sense and nonsense of the training doctrines commonly used and applied in the modern form of dressage.

A favorite storyteller sheds new light on the never-ending process of becoming better for the horse.

Karin Blignault has combined theory and experimentation to develop a system of training (and teaching) that is straightforward, fast and brings real results. The methods described in this book teach riders to achieve rhythm, balance, suppleness and the round flexor frame in their horses - and quickly.

All too often, pain in ridden horses is labelled as 'bad' behaviour. The apparently 'sound' horse is 'naughty', 'lazy', 'difficult', 'explosive', 'spooky', 'nappy', and more. These labels are wrong.Pain impacts all aspects of a horse's performance, including its partnership with the rider, and its potential to progress.

New York Times reporter and Pulitzer Prize finalist explores why so many people, including herself, are obsessed with horses.

A tribute to horses, their riders, stables, and the equestrian lifestyle around the world.