The Connemara Pony is renowned worldwide for its hardiness, kind temperament and versatility. These qualities are captured in this book which explores both myth and legend and the origins and development of the breed.

The book also gives a comprehensive guide to buying and caring for Ireland’s native pony and the author draws on her many years experience of breeding and producing ponies, to offer advice on how best to enjoy owning a Connemara pony today.

The unique illustrations and many photographs bring the text to life while the photo album takes a look at some famous Connemara ponies of the past.