ARABIAN HORSE

The renowned equestrian photographer has a unique way of capturing the mystical charisma and elegance of the Arabian breed in her photos whether in groups cantering, at rest, decorated, a tiny foal, family groups, standing proud, in front of the Great Pyramid of Giza or in the Kalahari ridden by bowler-hatted gents, with cowboys, courting, dancing, at play in fields or stables. A white stallion rears up to the command of his Arab master in front of Petra in Jordan on a hot sunny day. The history of the Arabian (or Arab) horse dates from before the time of King Solomon to the present day, a story that continues with the role that the Arab horse has played in Islamic conquest and Arab history, highlighting the importance that Islam has always accorded 'this most noble of animals'. Woven into this tapestry is the interplay between the Christian and Muslim worlds and colourful adventurers, both Arab and Western. With its unrivalled range of action photographs in full page colour, here is the definitive book of the noblest breed in all the equine world. These are intelligent, fleet-footed, noble, curious, sensitive creatures which work hard and enjoy close relationships with humans. These horses are also of special importance to Gabrielle Boiselle, because it was a magical encounter with an Arabian stallion that convinced her to pursue her passion for equestrian photography across the globe. Glorious quality colour, huge 33 x 26.8cm 320 pages.
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