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Gates to Brilliance
Par Robert Dover. 2021
An authentically honest and self-reflective promise of how a life lived with purpose and passion can yield greatness. &“The gates…
to brilliance are surrounded by a cloud of sweat and tears.&” That is what Olympic dressage rider and coach Robert Dover&’s mentor, the revered Swedish equestrian Colonel Bengt Ljungquist, told him. It is a lesson that stuck—only with great passion and determination can one achieve success, and just maybe, happiness, too. In a fascinating book that reads like a potent elixir, three parts memoir and one part inspirational self-improvement guide, readers are ushered through 15 &“gates to brilliance&”—keys that Dover discovered as he made his way through his own life, from gawky, horse-crazy child to influential Olympic coach and entrepreneur. Sharing deeply personal stories that were fundamental to his evolution, Dover is candid about the path he took on his way to becoming one of the most successful equestrians in the world. Readers learn about abuse he suffered as a child, and his formative years as the only Jewish kid on Grand Bahama Island. He writes frankly about his father&’s alcoholism, his parents&’ divorce, and his unwavering devotion to his mother. The book delves into his fear of coming out, explores love and loss, and examines the perfectionist tendencies that have at times held Dover back, while at others, have helped him rise to all new heights. In addition, readers hear stories from the barns, arenas, and show grounds where Dover built his career, from his days as a wild Pony Clubber to his struggles in Germany under the tutelage of some of Europe&’s great riding masters. We meet the horses and people he partnered with along the way as he offers a glimpse behind the curtain at the pomp and politics of international equestrian competition. Throughout, Dover&’s dedication to self-betterment and belief in living a life with purpose stands front and center, softened by his humor and willingness to cast a critical eye on himself. With countless moments of searing honesty bound to fundamental life lessons from which he hopes we can all learn, Dover assures us the road to success is there for the taking. The ultimate goal, though, is to emerge on the other side of whatever comes next a brighter, more compassionate, happier person—that is brilliance.
Jane Savoie's Dressage Between the Jumps
Par Jane Savoie. 2020
A compelling collection of focused flatwork exercises for improving jumping performance. Renowned author and mental training coach Jane Savoie breaks…
down the six most common problem areas she sees when horses jump: “Whoa” and “go” Rhythm Suppleness through the poll, neck, body, back, and hindquarters Contact and connection Collection Flying changes Then Savoie fills the rider’s toolbox with targeted exercises on the flat―simple solutions to the nagging problems that prevent riders and horses from doing their best over all kinds of obstacles, whether competing in hunters, jumpers, equitation, or eventing. Her excellent lessons gradually incorporate ground poles and low fences to build skills without stressing the horse’s body. Throughout, top riders share their own stories and insight, demonstrating numerous ways dressage exercises helped solve real problems over fences, including Olympian Anne Kursinski, Nations Cup rider Paul O’Shea, and eventer Nancy Bliss Byrd. With incredible clarity and her trademark enthusiasm, Savoie arms readers with knowledge, confidence, and problem-solving prowess that will result not only in clear rounds, but a happier horse, ready and willing to perform in partnership.Jane Savoie was the first to promote mental training tools and techniques as integral to competitive riding success, and her cross-training concepts for the horsehow to use dressage fundamentals for every equestrian sporthave been called “not just a read, but a must read for every hunter-jumper rider.”
Johnny Geronimo: Art of Darkness (Red Planet Books)
Par Gary Robinson. 2025
Someone, or something, is killing the Native artists and art collectors of Santa Fe. The police are baffled by a…
series of brutal murders: ritual killings with all the trappings of some of the mythic monsters of the Apache origin stories, each signed with the same bloody signature: the Coyote. But where the police fail, Johnny may succeed. A hard-bitten, hard-boiled private investigator right out of the pages of Chandler or Cain, Johnny has a key advantage: as an Apache, he can go places the police can’t, and he can talk to the people the police won’t. As the owner of Eagle Eye Investigations, Johnny moves effortlessly among both the high society of Santa Fe and the outlaw underworld. With his assistants, Willy and Jessie, as well as a succession of lady friends, Johnny sets out on the trail of the Coyote, and the closer he gets, the more it becomes apparent that the hunter is also the hunted. Johnny Geronimo: Art of Darkness incorporates themes from Apache and other Indigenous traditions to tell the story of this classic antihero of Native noir and of the demonic Coyote, who may be more than anyone can imagine.
Fit to Ride in 9 Weeks!
Par Heather Sansom. 2016
Regardless of discipline, level of expertise, training philosophy, body shape, or fitness level, all riders do better—in horse-related activities both…
on the ground and in the saddle—when they take care of their bodies and maintain their fitness in ways other than just riding. While riding is a great way to enjoy an active lifestyle, on its own it is not enough to condition and tone the body to the degree we need, and then the horse must make up the fitness gap in our physical partnership. If our reflexes are slow, if our bodies fatigue, if our position collapses, if tension patterns appear, then the horse suffers repetitive asymmetrical strain or develops compensatory movement habits. It is for his good, as well as ours, that certified personal trainer and riding coach Heather Sansom has developed an utterly achievable 9-week plan to give every rider the straightness, suppleness, strength, and stamina she needs to ride her best. With hundreds of one-of-a-kind illustrations depicting accurate musculature on the rider's body, and dozens of proven exercises organized in a progressive fitness program with easy-to-use schedule charts, Sansom's book is the key to enjoying the ride, being fair to your horse, and getting into fabulous shape—in just a couple of months.
Beyond Dog Massage
Par Jim Masterson. 2023
Improve your dog's movement, comfort, and longevity while opening exciting new doors to better communication and a more meaningful relationship.We…
all want our dogs to live pain-free, and we all want ways to connect with them. The Masterson Method® is an interactive approach to animal bodywork that follows and uses responses of the animal to your touch to find and release tension in areas of his body that affect:His ability to get around.His physical and mental well-being.The quality of and length of his life.His connection with you and other humans and animals.A lifelong horse person, Jim Masterson developed his method for the purpose of releasing tension and improving movement in the performance horse. An interesting benefit was that it led to improved communication and trust, and a better overall relationship with the horse. Since dogs go with horses &“like peanut butter and jelly,&” Jim says, it was only natural that he began to use his bodywork on canines, too.The techniques used in the Masterson Method rely on reading and following the subtle changes in the dog's body language as you work with him. Once you learn to read his body language, you will be &“on the same page&” and communication is established. Your dog recognizes that you understand what his body language is saying, that there is no threat to his well-being, and that he feels better when you work with him. In these pages you will learn the steps to incorporating the Masterson Method in your dog's life, bringing happiness to both of you.By using these techniques, and knowing the responses to look for, you will be able to:Achieve a release of accumulated stress in deep-seated key junctions of the dog's body that affects mobility, comfort, attitude, training, and performance.Restore muscular and structural balance, and natural alignment.Discover new levels of communication and trust with your dog that spill over into other areas of interaction.This book includes:Step-by-step instructions, color photographs, and detailed illustrations.Tips and techniques, understandable anatomical explanations, and examples from Jim's personal experiences with hundreds of dogs.A &“quick-reference&” section that points you toward exercises specifically suited to your dog's breed or activity.20 bonus QR codes, supplying 38 minutes of instructional video.The Masterson Method is practical, easy to use, and results oriented. You see the results in the dog's responses during the bodywork, and in his behavior, comfort, and movement afterward.Beyond Dog Massageis the ideal instructional guide for all those seeking a better quality of life for and deeper connection with their dogs.
Horses Who Made Me
Par Alizee Froment. 2024
How a Grand Prix dressage rider competed at the highest level before finding her way to liberty work, and the…
extraordinary lessons that molded her perceptions, understandings, and feelings along the way.“In my eyes,” says former French international dressage competitor Alizée Froment, “dressage is the journey to perfect communication and absolute harmony between horse and rider.” Her own journey began on the backs of Shetland ponies under the watchful eyes of her mother and then found its way into jumping competitions, and later on, dressage arenas. Along the way, many horses entered and exited her life, each bringing with them a depth of personality that steadily built her understanding of the relationship a rider can build with an equine partner.In her deeply personal and strikingly beautiful book, Froment traces her evolution as a horsewoman, a dressage competitor, and now a world-renowned performer and trainer of liberty horses—horses that perform free of anything on their bodies. Readers meet the ponies she learned on, and the challenging mounts that helped her grow as a junior rider. There were horses she immediately loved and horses she had to work to connect with—and eventually there were Mistral and Sultan, who she calls her “yin and yang,” and who elevated her aspirations both beside and on the back of a horse. It is with these two special souls that Froment further explored riding the Grand Prix movements with only a neck rope—no bridle or bit, and often bareback as well—and demonstrating to the world the potential that is there for all riders to enjoy, if they are open to the experience and are willing to take the time for it to evolve.Readers will be entranced by Froment’s willingness to bare her soul, powerfully articulating her feelings when confronted with jealousy, with performance expectations, with the possibility of losing the horse she loved to an unknown buyer, with retiring a beloved partner, and with the changing circumstances and altered allegiances of her heart when her daughter Louise is born. As tender as a story about riding, competing, and performing with horses at the highest levels can be, The Horses Who Made Me is first a story of one woman’s personal journey, eternally questioning herself, and second, an inspiration for anyone who is forever striving for a better way of training horses, because of the profound beauty you just might find.
Dressage School
Par Britta Schoffmann. 2016
A fantastically detailed and uniquely organized dressage reference for the rider. Discover the what, the how, and–most importantly–the why of…
more than 100 dressage movements. Color photographs of riders of various levels and on different breeds of horse show how each movement should look when ridden correctly. Each movement is clearly defined. Explanations include common mistakes and how to avoid them. Readers find out the benefits of each exercise and how it contributes to the &“bigger picture&” of the dressage training scale. &“This book appealed to me,&” says gold-medal-winning Olympian Isabell Werth. &“Especially important is the emphasis on the meaning of the individual dressage movements within the overall context of a horse&’s training. Only the rider who understands why the movements are important and what their purposes are can build a dressage horse systematically. This applies to both the development of the horse's muscles and the development of his mind.&” Throughout, emphasis is placed on the horse as an individual and how it is the rider's responsibility to learn to customize movements and lessons to benefit any horse, with his particular physical and psychological characteristics in mind. Practical and easy-to-follow, this valuable resource provides explanations in seconds that will last a lifetime of rides.
Unrelenting
Par George H Morris. 2016
If there is one name in the American equestrian story that everyone knows, it is George Morris.A horse lover, rider,…
carouser, competitor, taskmaster, dreamer, teacher, and visionary, George Morris has been ever-present on the rarified stage of the international riding elite for most of the 70 years he's been in the saddle. He has represented our country as an athlete and a coach and, at one time or another, instructed many of our nation's best horsemen and women. His carefully chosen, perfectly enunciated words are notoriously powerful. They can raise you up or cut you to the quick. His approval can be a rainmaker; his derision can end a career.But as much as people know and respect (or, perhaps, fear) the public face of George Morris, he has lived, in other ways, a remarkably private life, keeping his own personal struggles with insecurity, with ambition, and with love behind closed doors. It is only now that he has chosen, in his own words, to share the totality of his life—the very public and the incredibly private—with the world. This engrossing autobiography, the real story of the godlike George Morris, beautifully demonstrates his ultimate humanity.
Spaceshots and Snapshots of Projects Mercury and Gemini: A Rare Photographic History
Par John Bisney, J. L. Pickering. 2015
The race to space between the United States and the Soviet Union captured the popular imagination. On April 12, 1961,…
the USSR launched cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin on a one-orbit flight, making him the first human in space. Three weeks later, American astronaut Alan B. Shepard Jr. flew 116 miles above Earth before splashing down in the Bahamas. Over the next twenty years astronauts emerged as national heroes.This book tells the story of the people and events of Projects Mercury and Gemini with hundreds of unpublished and rare photographs—both color and black-and-white. Unlike other publications, which illustrate the space race with well-known and easily accessible images, this history draws from the authors&’ private library of over one hundred thousand (and growing) high-quality photos of the early US manned space program. Collected over a lifetime from public and private sources—including NASA archives, fellow collectors, retired NASA and news photographers, and auction houses—the images document American space missions of the Cold War era more comprehensively than ever before. Devoting a chapter to each flight, the authors also include detailed descriptions, providing new insight into one of America&’s greatest triumphs.
Your Complete Guide to Equine Arenas
Par Abigail Boatwright. 2024
The only book available on creating and managing professional-grade rings, pens, arenas, and tracks for riding and competing horses.One of…
the secrets to keeping horses sound, reducing injuries, and enabling them to reach peak performance, whatever their discipline, is careful consideration of the surfaces on which they are trained and conditioned. Intentional steps must be taken to create the ideal conditions with the biomechanics of the horse and specific demands of the sport in mind.The good news is that decades of study and millions of dollars have been put into the development of best practices at the highest levels of Western, English, and racing competition, and in this meticulously researched book, horse industry veteran Abigail Boatwright boils it all down into a set of guidelines that anyone can use to improve their ground at home. Whether you're starting with an empty field or renovating an existing arena, the expertise Boatwright has gathered will help you make sure the riding and training space you have is the very best it can be: safe for both horse and rider, functional and correct for your chosen equine activity, and prepared to help rather than hinder the development of your horse's performance.Insight, tips, and advice from leading arena builders and maintenance tool creators supplements expertise specific to a wide range of Western and English disciplines, as well as racing, along with both indoor and outdoor training spaces. Readers find clear instructions in how to:Plan your own arena, from the ground up.Choose footing materials appropriate for your climate, your horses, and your activities.Select arena maintenance tools that are worth the investment.Properly prepare and care for your arena to the specifications your sport requires.Problem-solve issues with moisture or lack of, footing composition, fencing and kickboards, and so much more.With professional color photographs and diagrams to illustrate the concepts, as well as hundreds of tips and ideas on how to preserve the horse's health and longevity through proper arena preparation and care, this is not only a great reference book, it's an invaluable insurance policy.
Julio Galán: The Art of Performative Transgression (Path to Open)
Par Teresa Eckmann. 1970
From his provincial origins in the small northern Mexico town of Múzquiz, Coahuila, to his meteoric rise in Manhattan's East…
Village art scene, to having achieved international standing at the time of his early death at forty-seven, Julio Galán was radically transgressive. The artist extended contemporary Mexican painting beyond the cultural criticism of Neo-Mexicanism (neomexicanismo), redefining Mexican identity as gender-expansive in his art. Galán combined gender-fluid imagery, his performative persona, queer self-representation, and cross-cultural visual and textual references to create large-scale, layered, dialogical visual puzzles. An artist ahead of his time, Galán's content and imagery is relevant to contemporary LGBTQ+ social movements.Replete with full-color reproductions of Galán's artwork and photographic material, Teresa Eckmann's book serves as the first English-language monograph on the artist's life and work. Anyone interested in art in Mexico and Latin America will find this book an indispensable addition to their library, and it will be a core book on the study of this artist for decades to come.
Athletic Equestrian
Par Sally Batton, Christina Keim. 2022
A proven rider training system to sharpen position and vastly improve skill in the saddle. Whether competing in the show…
ring or riding at home on the trail, every rider wants to be more secure and balanced in the saddle and effective with their aids. This innovative guide uses highly effective exercises to develop your athleticism on horseback so you can say goodbye to common rider problems, such as: Swinging lower legs. Stiff arms. Trouble balancing over the horse&’s center of gravity. Half-halts that go unanswered. Incorrect mechanics, on the flat and in the jumping position. And more. Division I collegiate riding coach Sally Batton has spent over 30 years perfecting her methods specifically designed to refine and polish riders, whatever their level. In her work with hundreds of varsity team athletes, she found that trouble with position and lack of specific horsemanship skills happens for two reasons: First, riders may not have an understanding of the biomechanics required to maintain the correct position. Second, they may not have attained the suppleness and strength required to maintain a fluid, elastic position on the horse. Her secret to combatting these difficulties won her teams dozens of championships and awards through the years. Here you learn both her time-proven warm-up and her exciting &“Equicize&” routine: a series of progressive exercises similar to aerobics on horseback. Batton&’s recommendations help you build and strengthen the major muscle groups used by equestrian athletes, and all exercises can be customized so you can raise or lower the intensity as needed to suit your age, level, and riding style. Plus, readers find dozens of creative training &“hacks&” that will get them on their way to greater levels of riding proficiency in no time at all.
Ultimate Exercise Routines for Riders
Par Laura Crump Anderson. 2022
Eight equestrian-specific workouts to suit any rider's body, age, ability, and schedule.It is no secret that riders often neglect their…
own needs in order to ensure their horses' are met. Countless dollars go toward massages, chiropractic work, and various other therapies that keep our equines comfortable and performing their best. We carefully schedule their training programs to achieve peak fitness at just the right time, and we juggle our personal lives
Know Better to Do Better
Par Denny Emerson. 2018
With horses, we don&’t get a &“do-over button,&” as much as we&’d sometimes like one. We have to live with…
the choices we make, even when—looking back—we know there might have been a better way to communicate, a different way to teach a new lesson, or another means to reach the desired end.In this smart, honest book chock full of valuable takeaways, gold medalist and renowned rider and coach Denny Emerson uses stories of the standout horses from his own riding career, which spans almost 70 years, to detail some of the things he wishes he&’d known &“then&” that he knows now. With a candid willingness to share mistakes he&’s made over the years and clearly articulated ideas on how others can avoid them, he commits himself and those reading to finding more conscientious ways to ride, train, and work with horses. From basics like aids and equipment to more specialized subjects, such as rider fitness, emotional control, and how to determine what success with your horse really means, riders of all skill levels can gain valuable, hard-won knowledge from his bite-size lessons in life and horsemanship. Perhaps most importantly, Emerson insists that it is never, ever too late to change—for the good of the horse and for the good of oneself.
Physical Therapy for Horses
Par Helle Katrine Kleven. 2017
In recent decades, knowledge in the field of equine physical therapy has accrued as different types of bodywork have steadily…
gained acceptance in the horse world. An understanding of anatomy and biomechanics, and a grasp of the variable options available to both keep the active equine healthy and rehabilitate following an injury or layoff have become integral aspects of general horse health management. Equine physical therapy expert Helle Katrine Kleven understands the need for a reference that supports the horse owner as she strives to keep her horse sound in body and mind, and at the top of his game.In this highly illustrated book, she begins with a comprehensible introduction to the musculoskeletal and nervous systems, as well as an instructive conversation covering biomechanics basics, then explores the major areas of therapy in detail. Readers will find practical how-to guidance in the most popular therapeutic modalities, as well as cutting-edge alternatives that are currently gaining ground: fascia work, stretching, massage, stability and strengthening exercises, laser therapy, kinesiotaping, and much more. With this incredible course in preventive and rehabilitative techniques, horse owners and professionals will be thoroughly prepared to ensure their horses&’ comfort and well-being.
The Election Calculation: The Math Kids (Book 10) (The Math Kids)
Par David Cole. 2024
For the Math Kids, a new school means new opportunities—and new challenges!Starting at Tyler Middle School should be an exciting…
time for the Math Kids. They have new teachers, new classes, new classmates, and of course, a new math club to get to know. But when it turns out that the Tyler math club president is their old rival Kenny and he's determined to keep them from competing, the Math Kids start to think maybe middle school won't be as good as they'd hoped.There's only one option: elect a new president. As the Math Kids try to decide who should lead the math club, another election draws Stephanie's attention. The district will be voting on school board members, and there's something fishy about the billboards that have popped up around town advertising a new slate of candidates no one's ever heard of. So, she does what the Math Kids do best, and sets out to investigate the mysterious candidates.With both elections coming up quickly, the four friends will need to use logic and strategy to ensure the school board and the math club are in good hands after the votes are tallied.
Religion and the American West: Belief, Violence, and Resilience from 1800 to Today
Par Jessica Lauren Nelson. 2023
Religion and the American West offers a lavishly illustrated and comprehensive overview of the ways religion has shaped the idea…
of the American West and how the region has influenced broader religious and racial categories. Starting when the concept of the &“American West&” emerged in the early 1800s and continuing the analysis through modern times, Religion and the American West explores the interplay between a wide range of American belief systems, from established world religions to new spiritual innovations.A stunning selection of material and print culture illustrates the varied range of religious expressions across the history of the American West. Taken as a whole, the contributors challenge longstanding definitions of the American West and provide a new narrative that recenters our attention on the lived experiences of diverse peoples and communities. It also serves as the companion publication for the exhibition &“Acts of Faith,&” opening fall 2023 at the New York Historical Society. Religion and the American West is a story of vibrant innovation and tragic conflict, showcasing how historical actors and modern-day readers wrestle with the meaning of religious belief in the American West.
Acupressure for Horses
Par Ina Gosmeier. 2016
Help your horse with simple acupressure techniques:Learn to identify your horse's individual body constitution type, which determines choices of acupressure…
treatmentUnderstand the 12 main channels of energy in your horse's bodyGain the ability to choose the correct points to treat specific issuesRelieve mild sources of pain and discomfort in your horse's bodyInfluence his mental health and stabilityChoose appropriate treatment from a comprehensive list of common problemsUse step-by-step instructions and photos to help your horse
Winner of the 2024 New Mexico-Arizona Book Award for TravelSlow travel is the secret to opening doors, meeting people, participating…
in surprising events, experiencing joy, and making each trip--no matter how short or long--deeper, richer, and an adventure that is uniquely yours.Award-winning travel journalists and Santa Fe residents Judith Fein and Paul J. Ross crisscross New Mexico, finding unforgettable adventures readers can personally experience such as painting with an abstract artist on the Navajo Reservation, visiting a wolf refuge, cruising in a lowrider, hiking in a volcano, gourmet dining at Zuni Pueblo, seeing a ghost, tracking the true Billy the Kid . . . and so much more.Slow Travel New Mexico is an invitation to show up in a place and let it reveal itself to you--on its own terms. It's not about going off the beaten path. It's about going off the beaten mental path by learning to look, see, open up, and explore differently. It's a guide to unforgettable experiences.
The Official Cookbook of the Chile Pepper Institute
Par Paul W. Bosland, Wendy V. Hamilton. 2023
The world-famous Chile Pepper Institute is the only organization devoted to the study, cultivation, and enjoyment of the world&’s favorite…
fiery fruit, and The Official Cookbook of the Chile Pepper Institute is your guide to cooking with and enjoying chile peppers in all their magnificent, flavorful varieties. With over eighty recipes celebrating the world&’s diversity of chiles and more than a hundred photos of chiles in the field, at the market, and on your plate, The Official Cookbook is like a tour through the Institute&’s famous Teaching Garden.The Official Cookbook is the only book organized to include almost every chile variety worldwide. Each chile includes a description of its history, where it originated and where it is grown now, and its flavor profile, heat index, and common uses. And, of course, recipes!