Wild Horses I Have Known
Grade 4 Up-This fascinating photo-essay is a study of the wild mustangs of the Pryor Mountain Wild Horse Range located along the Wyoming-Montana border. Ryden has spent years observing these horses, and this book is a tribute to their spirit and beauty. As the author lovingly describes the actions and behaviors of individual animals, she affords readers a real voyage into their everyday lives. She discusses where wild horses came from, what happened to them during westward expansion in this century and the last, grazing rights, and land-use issues. Explanations of the animals' complex social structures and survival methods are greatly enhanced by the stunning, full-color photography. Single- and sometimes double-page photos appear in sections after each chapter; they range from close-up shots of a mother and foal to broader perspectives with breathtaking background vistas. The last chapter describes the colors and markings found in wild horses, complete with photographs. Libraries that own Alvin Silverstein's The Mustang (Millbrook, 1997) will still want to purchase this one for its far superior pictures and riveting text.Lisa Falk, Los Angeles Public Library.Copyright 1999 Reed Business Information, Inc.