Arabians - Couverture rigide

Upton, Peter; Van Lent, Jr., Rik

 
9780811824149: Arabians
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ISBN 10 : 0811824144 ISBN 13 : 9780811824149
Editeur : Chronicle Books, 1999

Synopsis

The majestic Arabian horse, with its refined beauty and spirit, has long held a special appeal for horse lovers throughout the world. Arabians is a lavishly illustrated celebration of the impressive history and splendor of this noble breed. The authoritative text explores the breed s ancient origins, its importance in the Islamic world, and the growing international interest in Arabians that began in the 17th century and continues today. At the heart of the book are more than 250 gorgeous color photographs that take the reader on a stunning visual journey around the world, touching down in the many countries and continents where this versatile breed has earned a loyal following among equestrians. In addition, it features a comprehensive list of Arabian horse organizations, registries, and societies; a glossary of Arabic terms; a thorough bibliography; and a foreword by H. H. Shiekh Zayed bin-Sultan al Nahyan, president of the United Arab Emirates. Arabians is the definitive book on this revered breed.

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Présentation de l'éditeur

The majestic Arabian horse, with its refined beauty and spirit, has long held a special appeal for horse lovers throughout the world. Arabians is a lavishly illustrated celebration of the impressive history and splendor of this noble breed. The authoritative text explores the breed s ancient origins, its importance in the Islamic world, and the growing international interest in Arabians that began in the 17th century and continues today. At the heart of the book are more than 250 gorgeous color photographs that take the reader on a stunning visual journey around the world, touching down in the many countries and continents where this versatile breed has earned a loyal following among equestrians. In addition, it features a comprehensive list of Arabian horse organizations, registries, and societies; a glossary of Arabic terms; a thorough bibliography; and a foreword by H. H. Shiekh Zayed bin-Sultan al Nahyan, president of the United Arab Emirates. Arabians is the definitive book on this revered breed.

Biographie de l'auteur

Rik Van Lent Sr. and Rik Van Lent Jr. have devoted the last 20 years to photographing the Arabian horse throughout the world. They live in Belgium.

Peter Upton is a founding member of the Arabian Horse Historians' Association. He makes his home in England.

Hossein Amirsadeghi is a writer, filmmaker, and equestrian. He lives in London.

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Éditeur
Chronicle Books
Date d'édition
1999
Langue
anglais
ISBN 10 
0811824144
ISBN 13 
9780811824149
Reliure
Relié
Nombre de pages
256
Éditeur
Amirsadeghi Hossein
Coordonnées du fabricant
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ISBN 10 :  0811854019 ISBN 13 :  9780811854016
Editeur : Chronicle Books, 2006
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