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 enlarge | Author: Joe Camp
Publisher: Harmony
Category: Book
List Price: $24.95
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Avg. Customer Rating:  61 reviews
Sales Rank: 6713
Media: Hardcover
Edition: 1
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 256
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1
Dimensions (in): 9.8 x 6.8 x 1.2
ISBN: 0307406857
Dewey Decimal Number: 636.1
EAN: 9780307406859
ASIN: 0307406857
Publication Date: April 29, 2008
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 don't throw out the baby with the bath water October 5, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I've owned horses for 7 years and loved them for 55. (well, I don't recall those first 2 years too vividly but I never remeber a time when I didn't love horses). Anyway, I thought this book was well written in some areas although I don't agree with all. Before I had a place big enough to pasture my horses, I did the best I could for them within our constraints (money, time, money). I think it would be a shame for someone to read this book and give up wanting/keeping a horse because they couldn't recreate nature's intended habitat however, as with all things there is some sound advice as to doing things a certain way because "that's the way it's done." It is an enjoyable read, a bit preachy at times, take what you can from it, research options and enjoy your horse. I completely agree with the gentle approach. As for the running "inner story" about the boy and the colt, somethings are just "Hollywood" and we need to recognize it as such and enjoy it for what it was meant-entertainment. I like the book and am glad I purchased it.
 The Soul of A Horse October 3, 2008
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
Ah, this is a truly great book. The author is open and ready to explore the unfamiliar to do the right thing for his horses. A true love story. I am positive every reader will be touched by the author's gentleness, and will also learn from his open attitude that takes him and his horses beyond the conventional approach. And it is all done for the happiness of his horses. Both the people and the horses benefit at the end. I highly recommend to all animal people.
The Soul of a Horse...touched my heart September 29, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Reading Joe Camp's well written story of his journey into the world of horses was both eye opening and familiar. In reconnecting with horses myself, unlearning old habits and discovering new ways has required trusting myself, my instincts and my horses. Choosing to do things in ways you find are better for the horse instead of what everyone's always done or the experts say to do can be challenging. The rewards reaped when your horses thrive and respond are amazing. The interweaving of Joe's own story with the story of wild horses is a wonderful device for providing both human and equine views. I enjoyed this book immensely, can very much relate to his experiences, and appreciate his providing reference material. (The Blocker Tie Ring aka Australian Tie is amazing!)
AWESOME September 25, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Joe Camp writes in such a way that anyone reading the book will find themselves looking inward. It is a simple, quick, joyous read. I will warn animal lovers, one area will bring a tear or two or a lump in the throat. There are intermitten fictional stories that Joe put in as he perceived life through a horse. I have passed this book around to several horse friends and they have thoroughly enjoyed it. From beginner horse people to long time horse owners, these friends found the book as enjoyable as did I. One friend's significant other is not enlightened regarding any aspect of horse ownership, however, he questioned my friend on whether or not their horses were shod, at what temperature do the horses get blanketed. Just this one book raised questions he was not aware existed. Read it and judge for yourself. Even if you are not a horse person, you will find the book enchanting.
soul of a horse September 7, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I enjoyed this book very much because it contains a lot of new information for me; it was definitely a learning experience. the most important information I gleaned from reading the book is there is no reason for domesticated horses to go lame if the natual hoof trim done by farriers who are familiar with the mustang's way of life & movement is used.
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