Legendary Hearts of Horses is the result of Adrienne Neary's collection and analysis of various information sources regarding the large heart gene. Her work began in the early 2000's, eventually turning into a manuscript, first published in 2020.

In this book, Neary follows the equine large heart trail instigated by the famous American Thoroughbred, Secretariat. The revelation of a 'super heart' during his autopsy, set the horse industry afire. Following the equine pedigree history that other researchers identified as being the fountain spring of this marvelous trait, she leaps from breed constraints and boldly jumps into the vast pool of equine evolution and human ambition.

There are rich quotes enhancing the description of Central Asian horses, Spanish Mustangs, two of the founding stallions of the British Thoroughbred, and even Xenophon's description of the famous horse, Bucephalus.

It's easy to see the connections throughout history as Neary traces the large heart trait into the past. It is clearly connected to 'Old World' horses, and even suggests that horses in the wild had been very creative and proactive about their own survival. But, this book isn't just about genetics or the physical hearts of horses... it's the realization and captivation that the physical and spiritual forces combining to make 'heart' so inspirational, are ever present within all of us. Insightful and at times deeply moving, this is a book that appeals to a wide audience.

This book elucidates the intangible qualities of heart that horses have demonstrated throughout history, along with their incredible generosity and abilities. Enhanced by historical references, expert science and a surprising, fortuitous discovery, this a thought provoking book for anyone interested in history, evolution, and of course, horses.

Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: Bookbaby
Published: 04/15/2021
ISBN: 9780984856220
Pages: 160