Talking about horses means exploring their nature, their curiosity, intelligence and

gentle communication. But it also means admiring their beauty, putting up with their

stubbornness and learning to appreciate their humour. Jenny Friedrich-Freksa, who

has been riding since her childhood, describes her experiences with horses - both good

and bad. In doing so, she draws on behavioural science, as well as the cultural history

of horse riding. For a long time, horses were a male preserve. But today, the majority of

horse riders are girls and women. Why is that? This book professes Friedrich-Freksa’s

love of horses and riding, and reflects on the precious relationship between humans,

animals and nature.