Beautiful Horses

showcases 40 of the world's most remarkable breeds, from the traditional Shetland to the rare Norwegian Fjord, the diminuitive Miniature to the majestic Canadian Belgium. Stylishly shot against a studio background, each prize-winning thoroughbred has been primped and preened for its moment in front of the camera. Each photograph is accompanied by a description of the breed, covering its origin, physical attributes, and related breeds. There's also an illuminating introduction exploring the colorful history of the horse, and reportage photography offering a behind-the-scenes gimpse of the stars as they prepare for the show.