Why Are Horses: An Illustrated History of Horse Breeds Volume 2 by Long Olsen, Brittany

Why Are Horses: An Illustrated History of Horse Breeds Volume 2

Ever wonder why Thoroughbreds are so fast or why Miniature Horses make great guides? Discover the history...
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Author: Brittany Long Olsen
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
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Why Are Horses: An Illustrated History of Horse Breeds Volume 2 by Long Olsen, Brittany

Why Are Horses: An Illustrated History of Horse Breeds Volume 2

$23.98

Why Are Horses: An Illustrated History of Horse Breeds Volume 2

$23.98
Author: Brittany Long Olsen
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Ever wonder why Thoroughbreds are so fast or why Miniature Horses make great guides? Discover the history of 30+ horse breeds in this nonfiction book for kids, complete with comic panels and illustrations!

Why are Shetland ponies so small? Why are there so many horses in Mongolia? Why are Andalusians movie stars?

For hundreds of years, humans have been breeding horses and working alongside them, using them for everything from farm work, warfare, transportation, to sports. In this illustrated nonfiction book that combines comic panels, illustrations, diagrams, and text, readers will learn about the stories behind over 30 of the most popular horse breeds around the world and why they look and act the way they do. Discover the origins of Arabians, Thoroughbreds, American Paint Horse, and so much more!

Why Are Horses includes:
  • 30+ horse breeds with origins from around the globe
  • Diagrams showing each breed's unique features
  • Comic panels that add humor and narrative
  • Information that makes it a great classroom and library resource

Saddle up and discover the fascinating facts behind your favorite four-legged friends!

Author: Brittany Long Olsen
Publisher: Andrews McMeel Publishing
Published: 10/20/2026
Pages: 96
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.05lbs
Size: 10.10h x 8.20w x 0.50d
ISBN: 9781524885977
Audience: Ages 9-12

About the Author
Brittany Long Olsen is a cartoonist and illustrator with a deep love of storytelling through comics. Her previous graphic novels for young readers include Magic in the Valley and The Happy Shop. She lives in the Portland, Oregon area with her partner and their Australian Shepherd mix named Jetpack.

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