Zen in the Stable: Wisdom from the Equestrian Life (Zen for Life)

Zen in the Stable combines insight garnered from the equestrian life with stunning photos. Written by an award-winning author trained as a show jumper by an Olympic-level coach, Zen in the Stable offers original equine enlightenment from the barnyard to the ring. Fifty inspiring photos enhance each original saying in a full-color book that makes the ideal present . The power and grace of horses sets them apart from other animals. The fluid movements of a mare, a stallion, and even the humble pony under saddle carry us into new worlds, ones that can only be viewed from horseback. When the author was fifteen, she learned dressage and jumping. The experience developed a part of her soul and nourishes her to this day. Thoroughbred breeds competing in horse sports, foals, wild horses, draft horses, horse racing, palominos, colts and saddle horses are stablemates for our lives. The everyday interactions between horse and rider are found with the Shetland pony, yearlings, feral horses, shire horses, miniature horses, appaloosas, Arabians, bangtails, and more. Working with horses is spiritual. The rider must be calm and collected while respecting their partner. When that happens, horse and rider transcend. Zen in the Stable honors that relationship. A gorgeous collection for every equestrian, horse enthusiast, animal lover, and anyone seeking a moment of peace, Zen in the Stable demonstrates that the human-horse connection can enrich our lives and make us happier, healthier, calmer, and more loving. The softcover edition uses a single-page layout for an affordable price point. The hardcover edition displays each saying across a beautiful two-page spread with the full-color photo on the righthand page, making it the perfect gift. Perfect for every horse girl. No matter how many Breyer horse models are in a collection or a conga, Zen in the Stable makes a great addition to a horse girl’s life. Be the first to take Zen in the Stable to Breyerfest at the Kentucky Horse Park or to a local model horse show to share the stunning photos and make new horse girl friends. For fans of How to Think Like a Horse by Cherry Hill, Luck by Natalie Keller, Flight by Genevieve McKay, The Eighty-Dollar Champion by Elizabeth Letts, The Girl on the Dancing Horse by Charlotte Dujardin, The Horse Encyclopedia by Elwyn Hartley Edwards, Horse Speak by Sharon Wilsie, Seabiscuit by Laura Hillenbrand, Maple Dale by MaryAnn Myers, Horses for Dummies, and The Black Stallion.