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We carry many horse books and horse DVDs about classical equitation, dressage, all equestrian sports, trail riding, smooth gaited horses and the free roaming Mustangs of the West.
Our selection partially focusses on all aspects of horses of Iberian ancestry, their history and traditions. This includes the Spanish Andalusian, Portuguese Lusitano, Azteca.
   
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TWISTED TRUTHS OF
MODERN DRESSAGE

by Philippe Karl

In this book, Philippe Karl, one of the most outspoken critics of the modern dressage world, reveals some disturbing facts about the physical, anatomical and mental effects through official dressage guidelines as issued by the German Horse Society on horses.
By comparing these with philosophies of masters of classical riding such as La Gueriniere and Baucher, he shows possible solutions to the challenging situation of modern competitive dressage.
This book explores key problems of modern dressage: physical aspects, straightness, balance, exercises. It describes the effects of modern dressage, breeding and business. It suggests a classical alternative: the philosophy of 'legerity'.
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NEW - OUR ROBERT VAVRA COLLECTION

EQUINE PHOTOGRAPHY AT ITS FINEST

These Brand New, out-of-print  Robert Vavra books
are all of collector' s quality.

And they all come with a

Hand Signed Insert by Robert Vavra.

All titles are being sold for just $35.00, way below the original list price. Some titles are already selling at high collector's prices and brand new copies are rarely available anywhere.
More about Philippe Karl, and his Classical Dressage DVDs.
Price: $64.95 plus s/h


Please Support the ASPCA Equine Program and Fund
Classical Versus Classique
with Philippe Karl and Christoph Hess

"Riding instructions or légèreté - sport or art?"

When Philippe Karl's book, "Twisted Truths of Modern Dressage” was published, feelings began to run very high. French instructor Philippe Karl (School of Légèreté) and Christoph Hess (head of the training department of the German National Equestrian Federation e.V.) have now met openly and without mincing words to discuss their individual points of view - a somewhat heated debate using actual practical examples of different riders and horses in the riding arena.
The 135 minute DVD records the meeting, organized by
Claudia Sanders, with the aim of not only documenting it
but also of presenting it in a completely objective manner. Everybody can and should form their own opinion as to what "classic" riding really is.    Price: $49.95

Motivation for Dressage Horses
with Richard Hinrichs

Motivation is a multi-faceted subject – how does one in detail go about increasing a dressage horse’s enjoyment and charisma and how do we then encourage the horse to demonstrate its strength and vibrancy.

In his film, Richard Hinrichs demonstrates very effective methods for motivating the horses and puts forward various suggestions for improving difficult and demanding training sessions: positive reinforcement - relaxation und stretching -collecting exercises.

A 46 minute DVD that shows how wonderful riding
Classical Dressage style can really be.

Price: $49.95

The Lost Quixotes
by Paul Belasik


Paul Belasik announces the release of The Lost Quixotes, The Art of Collecting the Riding Horse, a 48 minute documentary film.
Over two years in the making, this film explores the concept of collection, the old masters who created it, and the current science that continues to shape it. It has been created to help riders across all disciplines connect the works of the old masters on collection to state-of-the-art
bio-mechanical research.

Price: $39.95 plus s/h


School of Classical Dressage Series
with Philippe Karl


4 individual DVDs, 46 minutes each.
To learn more about this series and the Philippe Karl method of Classical Dressage Training for Lightness, and/or to order any of the four DVDs:

Volume 1: The School of Aids
Volume 2: The School of Gymnastics
Volume 3: The School of Dance
Volume 4: Training Progress - One Year

The Path of the Horse
by Stormy May

This inspirational documentary explores the future of horse-human relationships and ultimately all human relationships. As our culture evolves from domination over nature into a partnership, we see this change being reflected in the work that people are doing with horses.  The "Path of the Horse" shows the progress toward true partnership between horses and humans.  The people have learned to relate to horses in ways that, bring to life the myths and fantasies that have long surrounded the equine species.

60 minute DVD. Price: $29.95 plus s/h

Wild Hoofbeats
America's Vanishing Wild Horses

by Carol Walker


Carol Walker's love of wild horses is evident. Her collection of masterful photographs, along with the insightful and personal account of her experiences gives us a real glimpse into the secret and often tragic world of America's wild

horses.

Large 11" x 9" format, 160 color pages with over 200 incredible wild horse pictures. Price: $29.95 plus s/h.

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The Art of Classical Horsemanship
by Egon von Neindorff

He truly understood the philosophy of classical riding and was therefore able to teach his numerous national and international students to develop their  own style. The essence of classical dressage requires a deep affection for the horse as well as understanding, sensitivity, humility and devotion.
In this book, Egon von Neindorff illustrates in more than 30 chapters his profound understanding of the natural training of horses. It encompasses a body of knowledge which was previously only taught in his riding establishment in Karlsruhe, Germany.  
Read more here (pdf)

This book will become available in December 2008.
Reserve your copy for $78.00 here.
Free shipping in US/Canada for early orders.


HOULIHAN
Vaqueros of the Northern Range

Houlihan shows how buckaroos and Texas punchers came together creating a whole new cowboy culture. The catalyst in the mix was winter. The genesis of the vaquero and buckaroo came from more southerly climes, where cowboys can take “ as long as it takes” to get things done. In the north country, winter is king. And the byword is “winters a comin. Let’s get er done.”
 

Learn more about this DVD and the
complete Vaquero 4 - DVD Set


90 minutes DVD.
$19.95 plus s/h.

Elegant Dressage Training
with Anja Beran

Anja Beran explains how horses can benefit from proper dressage training. She starts with a physical inventory of its weaknesses and asymmetries and continues with specific exercises to improve the physical constitution up to gracefulness, aesthetics, harmony and ease.
The 95 minute DVD includes the DVD Special "Flamingo".
Learn more about this DVD.
Order your copy online
for $49.95 plus s/h.

Circus School
Vol. 1 & Vol. 2
 
Two DVDs with Bea Borelle

Bea has  developed her large repetoire of circus lessons based on her own insight and experience. And she shows how these exercises can successfully be applied to the general training of the horse.

Each DVD is priced at $39.95 pus s/h.
Click here to learn more and to order.