With its distinctive spotted "blanket" patch on the rump, the Appaloosa is among the most recognizable of horses.  This celebration of the breed includes chapters on its history, close bond with humans, and uses in ranching and such competitive events as horse shows, rodeos, and endurance races.  Enhanced by contributions from the best photographers that cover the breed, this definitive and evocative book takes a new look at a distinctly American horse.

"The Legendary Appaloosa holds something for everyone, from the trail rider to the cutter, reiner to racer, rancher to rodeo fan, from breeder to exhibitor to historian to therapeutic rider—to just plain Appaloosa lover. Aside from the breed’s distinctively unique color patterns, that all-around ability is what makes the Appaloosa such an incredible subject for Cheryl’s expertise."
—Diane Rice
Editor, Appaloosa Journal

Cheryl Dudley is a staff writer at The Appaloosa Journal, the magazine of the Appaloosa Horse Club, the breed's registry and governing body.  She lives in Moscow, Idaho.

Hardcover, 208 pages

ISBN: 1-59921-048-7

The Lyons Press www.lyonspress.com