The Arabian Horse

History, Mystery and Magic

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A gloriously illustrated celebration of the Arabian horse

Tracing the history of the Arabian (or Arab) horse from before the time of King Solomon to the present day, the text by Peter Upton author, artist and internationally recognized expert on the subject begins by explaining the myth and legend, the true origins of the breed, and its recorded development up to the time of the Prophet Mohammed.

The story 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, illustrated by legendary and factual human anecdotes and peopled by fascinating figures and colourful adventurers, both Arab and Western.

With its unrivalled range of illustrations, a comprehensive list of Arab horse organizations, registries and societies, a glossary of Arabic terms and a useful bibliography, here is the definitive book, in both words and pictures, of the noblest breed in all the equine world.
Extent: 256 pp
Format: Paperback with flaps
Illustrations: 300
Publication date: 2005-06-20
Size: 30.0 x 25.0 cm
ISBN: 9780500285626
Yemen / Oman / Abu Dhabi / Dubai / Sharjah / Saudi Arabia / Bahrain / Qatar / Syria / Jordan / Iran Turkmenistan / Egypt / Tunisia / Morocco / Spain / Portugal / Russia / Poland / France / Belgium Holland / Denmark / Austria / Sweden / Germany / Switzerland / Italy / England / USA / Uruguay Argentina / South Africa / Australia Comprehensive Bibliography

Press Reviews

Horse lovers will dote on this impressive, handsome volume
Publisher’s Weekly

Elegant, erudite, ravishingly illustrated
The Times



About the Author

HH Sheikh Zayed bin-Sultan al-Nahyan was The President of the United Arab Emirates until his death in November 2004.

Hossein Amirsadeghi is a writer, publisher, editor and documentary film maker, and the driving force behind many books, including Sanctuary, Art Studio America, Nordic Contemporary and Contemporary Art Mexico.

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