The fruits of a fifteen-year labour of love, this is an evocative and beautifully conceived tribute to the unique bond that exists between man and horse. Taken while Arthus-Bertrand was photographing his seminal 'Earth from the Air' project, these photographs show horses and their owners from all corners of the earth, often in far-flung, stunning locations. They are astonishingly varied - some are posed, formal photographs, while others are taken in more natural surroundings, bucking the usual practice of traditional, rigidly prescribed horse photography. As ever, Arthus-Bertrand has turned convention on its head: his horses are living, moving, dancing creatures that seem poised to leap out of the pages. As well as celebrating the beauty and diversity of different breeds, Arthus-Bertrand's photographs illuminate the profound relationship that exists between man and horse, a relationship that holds a universal appeal and endless fascination. His dramatic images and the accompanying text by equine expert Jean-Louis Gouraud come together to make this book a real bible for horse-lovers.