Author Description

This fascinating book shows how the great show jumpers select & train their horses, how they condition themselves & their horses, how they cope with the strain of frequent travel, how they manage success & disappointment, how they prepare for a show & relax afterward. Ann Martin personally knows many celebrated riders, trainers & course designers, & they have been more than willing to share with her their secrets of show jumping success. She profiles the riders & then interviews them in depth about the multi-faceted world of show jumping. Morris, one of America s preeminent riders, offers a commentary on each rider, assessing their style & performance. More than 200 full-color photos.