Around the World on 80 Horses - (Child's Play Library) by Jill Newton

Book Synopsis

What is a Zonkey? Why do some horses have feathers? How can a horse sleep standing up? Which horse dances to the beat of the tom toms? Who was the eight -headed horse of Indian folklore? Come on a journey around the world and meet 80 unique breeds of horses and ponies which have adapted to harsh environments in unusual ways. Be introduced to incredible equines, both real and mythical, that dance, talk, spell, save lives on the battlefield and have even won Oscars! This book is brimming with facts about the brave and bizarre acts performed by this amazing animal that helped shape civilisations for over six thousand years.