The Horse Our Heritage
New York: Hastings House, 1971. Haddelsey, Vincent. First edition. Hardcover. 104p, many ills., a few in color. Jacket is shelf-soiled. Very good / good. Item #31155
Haddelsey combines memories of his own life with horses with observations about the many horse-related traditions in Britain. He was a popular self-taught painter, known for his naive style which reminds some of the works of Grandma Moses. Here he writes about and illustrates many royal ceremonies, driving, polo, the farrier and saddler, Shires and traveling stallions, hunting, horse dealers, traditions and superstitions, native ponies, and more. An engaging book, full of lively personal experiences, good for a gift.
Price: $20.00