Overview
A true horse-lover's book with an inspirational message of caring, this volume features the horses and stories of the most important refuges—from the rugged grasslands of South Dakota where wild mustangs can run free, to an oasis in the Arizona desert for mares.
The indomitable spirit of a wild horse running free has become a symbol of America. However, many of these noble creatures are fighting for their survival. In powerful portrait and location photography and compelling stories told for the first time—further strengthened by the voice of Temple Grandin—this unprecedented work reveals the nature of wild horses, as well as their rescue and rehabilitation.
Editorials
From the Publisher
“Horse Sanctuary beautifully depicts in words and photographs the daily travails and triumphs of equine rescue. A must-have for anyone who believes a humane and compassionate world is possible for all animals.” ~Gene Baur, President & Co-Founder of Farm Sanctuary, author of Farm Sanctuary: Changing Hearts and Minds About Animals and Food"As founder of America's only organization created specifically to support and provide resources to this country's equine welfare community, I am pleased to see the tireless and compassionate efforts of the men and women who give so much of themselves to saving, rehabbing, and re-homing or providing permanent sanctuary to these animals finally recognized.” ~Shirley Puga, National Equine Resource Network
"Horse Sanctuary is a beautiful book about the relationship between people and horses." ~Temple Grandin, Author of Animals in Translation and Animals Make us Human
"This lovely book captures the spirit and beauty of horses—even those who have been so mistreated. Thank you for making your gorgeous subjects known, loved, and appreciated." ~Hope Ryden, author of America's Last Wild Horses
"Not only is this book (with a foreword by Temple Grandin) filled with beautiful images of horses, but it also tells the stories of 13 horse sanctuaries across the U.S. Each has its own individual mission, but there’s a shared passion for rescuing horses. This is not your average “horse coffee table book”; this book is something special." ~Design Sponge
"In words and photographs, this necessary book pays tribute to those who take care of our equine castaways. Find out who they are, help them in your own way—and learn their stories." ~Deanne Stillman, author of Mustang: The Saga of the Wild Horse in the American West, a LA Times best book of the year
"Heartwarming stories and luscious photographs of animals who have been saved from cruelty and neglect to find an abundance of love and care in thirteen extraordinary equine sanctuaries across America. A book full of kindness and grace that will make you happy." ~Susan Richards, New York Times best-selling author of Chosen by a Horse
“Alison Milionis and Karen Tweedy-Holmes have done a purely masterful job of bringing the reader to the inner world of equine sanctuaries and rescues. Alison writes with real clarity and texture, and Karen’s photographs show us the hearts of the horses and the caretakers who love them.” ~Jane Heath, Co-Founder of Montana Horse Sanctuary.
"I would like to compliment Karen Tweedy-Holmes and Allison Milionis on this wonderful job of presenting the work of those of us who have made it our life's work to offer refuge to America's displaced equines. We are truly honored to be included here with our colleagues around the country. We do what we do because we all believe that these special animals, who have served mankind for so long as partners and companions, have earned the right to dignity and safety throughout their lives." ~Allen Warren, Horse Harbor Foundation