{"product_id":"in-praise-of-famous-horses-an-az-of-the-most-celebrated-in-history-and-culture-myth-and-sport-9781474619110","title":"In Praise of Famous Horses: An A-Z of the Most Celebrated in History and Culture, Myth and Sport","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eIn Praise of Famous Horses is a companion to beloved domesticated animals, featuring famous horses from literature, history, art, battlefields, movies, and television, as well as myth, racecourse, and religion. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 256 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 14 April 2022\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Orion Publishing Co\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the captivating realm of equine legends, \"In Praise of Famous Horses\" emerges as an indispensable companion, celebrating the iconic status of these beloved domesticated creatures. Spanning from the legendary D.H. Lawrence's horse Aaron, whose remarkable hide was transformed into a duffel bag after his passing, to the enigmatic Zippy Chippy, the fabled American loser, each horse featured in this extraordinary book possesses its own unique claim to fame. Among these illustrious equine heroes, some have earned permanent residency in the annals of equine history, including the formidable Bucephalas, the legendary Red Rum, the awe-inspiring Champion the Wonder Horse, and the noble Rocinante. However, it is the stories of others, such as Rossa Prince, who managed to stumble in a walkover, that captivate with their peculiar charm.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe influence of these magnificent beings extends far beyond the realm of literature, history, and art. They have graced the battlefields, captured the hearts of movie and television audiences, woven into mythologies, and inspired generations of racecourse enthusiasts. Moreover, their profound impact resonates in the realms of religion and spirituality, offering solace, inspiration, and a profound connection to the natural world.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"In Praise of Famous Horses\" serves as a gateway to a world where the boundaries between literature, history, art, battlefields, movies, television, myth, racecourses, and religion dissolve. It unveils the extraordinary stories, triumphs, and tragedies of these iconic horses, painting a vivid portrait of their enduring legacy. As readers embark on this captivating journey from A to Z, they are transported into a realm where the beauty, grace, and power of these magnificent creatures intertwine, leaving an indelible mark on the hearts and minds of all who encounter their extraordinary tales.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 226g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 129 x 198 x 22 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781474619110\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sean Magee","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":44097724121338,"sku":"9781474619110","price":7.84,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1650020371127_book.jpg?v=1650047757","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/in-praise-of-famous-horses-an-az-of-the-most-celebrated-in-history-and-culture-myth-and-sport-9781474619110","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}