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Article: REVIEW:Dark Horses and Black Beauties.
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- M2 Best Books
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- July 29, 2002
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Dark Horses and Black Beauties by Melissa Holbrook Pierson is about the bond between women and horses, and the way the rest of the world views that bond.
The book is not only Melissa Holbrook Pierson's account of her obsession, but also contains quotes from others and exerts from books and poetry.
It explores what usually starts as a childhood infatuation and then blossoms in to a full blown love affair in adulthood. All aspects of the relationships are examined, from children's 'I want a horse' phase to an adult's realisation that they can complete the circle and buy themselves something ...