The Horses in My Life

by Monty Roberts

« J'invite le lecteur à faire connaissance avec les chevaux de ma vie et à partager les joies qu'ils m'ont procurées. »
Monty Roberts
Depuis L'Homme qui sait parler aux chevaux , Monty Roberts est devenu une véritable légende, reconnu mondialement pour ses talents de dresseur. Après Shy Boy, le cheval qui venait du désert , extraordinaire histoire d'amitié avec un mustang sauvage, il rend ici hommage à ses chevaux préférés, ceux qu'il a dressés ou guéris, et dont l'empreinte demeure à jamais gravée dans sa mémoire et dans son coeur.
Un témoignage unique sur l'échange et la compréhension qui peuvent exister entre l'homme et sa plus noble conquête.

Genres: Horses, Nonfiction, Animals, Memoir, Biography, Own

240 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 2004

About the author

He wrote that by personally observing horses in the wild, he learned to "listen" to their non-verbal "language"; that when horses understood that they can trust you, they will decide to be with you. Roberts registered as his term for "hooking on", the phrase "Join~Up", in which a trainer negotiates with an untamed horse to form a voluntary relationship with him

Reviews

[Jessica · Rating 3 out of 5]

I read this book in two days. It was a pageturner, but only for those highly interested in the subject of horse training methods using nonviolence. Monty retells touching stories of the most influential horses in his life. I cried at least twice! Though the stories are in general about his trials and tribulations with training, there are elements of the universal human struggle with self and others. There is failure, triumph, and courage to believe in ones self. It is a very inspirational read. If you notice the gentle beauty of horses, this book is for you.

[Kandra · Rating 5 out of 5]

Awesome. It's the second book by this author that I have read, and I loved reading his autobiographical accounts of the horses he has known and loved. They teach us so much. If I read too much about him and his horses, I'll get the horse-crazy fever again, because I know what can be done with these amazing minds, especially if you get to them before some fool has damaged them.

[Wendy Baker · Rating 3 out of 5]

I approached this book with trepidation, but actually, it was a nice collection of moments with specific horses that shaped him into who he is, and how they changed his life. Somehow, it reminded me of Angela's Ashes in that way. Monty Roberts is a horseman's Frank McCourt? Maybe so.

[Meljay · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love the way horses interact with us, each one has it's own personality which Monty brings out in the book. A Good read!

[Patricia · Rating 4 out of 5]

For those who love horses and/or work with them, this is a fantastic book. Monty Roberts shows how horses should be listened to and that they don't need to be beaten or "traditionally broke" to work and live with humans. I always thought there was a way! While I struggled with some racing terminology, the love he feels for these beautiful creatures is so worth reading about! Thank you, Monty Roberts!

[John of Canada · Rating 5 out of 5]

It took me two days to read this.Monty Roberts is the luckiest author out there.

[Jo-jean Keller · Rating 5 out of 5]

I learned a lot from this master of 'join up'. What an incredible life Monty has had with truly memorable experiences!

[Katelyn · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love Monty Roberts and loved reading the many, many horse and horse stories he had in his life. The first person to find a way to share natural horsemanship all over the world in his movie. I’ve met Shy Boy at Monty Roberts ranch in California and it’s a wonderful place.

[Keryn · Rating 4 out of 5]

I am not one who takes well to short stories, but this book has changed that view a little. Suited to horse enthusiasts aspiring to learn the 'language equus', it is a celebration of Monty Roberts' best-loved horses. The tales are crafted beautifully, diaplaying individual characterics, experiences, successes and failures with each horse. What amazed me was the diversity of the disciplines described - from Western riding horses through to racehorses, from mustangs to thoroughbreds, from performing in front of the Queen of England to bonding with a young colt in the wilderness, the techniques used were so similar and just as effective. I have since spent some time online and am impressed with the legacy being left by Monty Roberts through online training and promotion of his methodology to improve the relationship between man and horse. For me, the story of Shy Boy stands out - 'a wonderful little American mustang', taken from the wild, returned to the wild, and opted back out of the wild who 'shows young Thoroughbreds how to go through the starting gate and is quite capable of assisting young cutting horses or reined cow horses by helping with the duties of controlling the cattle they are working.' An excellent read.

[AuthorsOnTourLive! · Rating 5 out of 5]

Monty Roberts discusses his book The Horses In My Life. Monty Roberts is famous the world over as "the man who listens to horses," and for his autobiography of the same name.

In this new book, he celebrates his best-loved horses, chosen from the tens of thousands he has worked with over the past 60 years. All 52 of the horses featured--from Ginger, the retired ranch horse, to international classic-winning Thoroughbred racehorses, have contributed something unique to Monty's understanding of their kind.

We met Monty Roberts when he visited the Tattered Cover Bookstore in Denver. You can listen to him talk about The Horses in My Life here:
http://www.authorsontourlive.com/?p=23

[Oceana2602 · Rating 4 out of 5]

A celebration of Monty Robert's best-loved horses. There was no question that I would read this one day, and it was everything I expected.
Recommended for horse-lovers who are interested in Monty Roberts.

[Jen Peters · Rating 5 out of 5]

A lot of similar information from his first book, but this one focuses on the horses much more than his life and the join-up method. I really enjoyed the pictures of the horses and the stories behind each one

[Stephanie A. · Rating 5 out of 5]

I tumbled headlong with enchanted awe into 52 neatly packaged stories, complete with dozens of glossy photos, of legendary and influential equines. Great idea for a book. Color me thoroughly intrigued by them all, though I'm still traumatized by Ginger.

[Randine · Rating 4 out of 5]

Boy, everybody has an opinion on Monty Roberts and all i can say is that his intimate revelations regarding the horses that stand out in his life are remarkable. He started out very young with a very keen eye for conformation and was so successful and that's BESIDES his horse whisperer attributes.

[Eleanor · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this book! After reading his other book 'The man who listens to horses' it was great to learn more about all the horses that changed his life. Monty Roberts is a true inspiration and I hope I can forge a smilie relationship with my horse based on love trust and understanding.

[Jo · Rating 4 out of 5]

I enjoyed the short stories about the individual horses. Still wonder who the trainer is who left those horses in the trailer all those years ago.

[Ashley Dallas · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love love love this book. Amazing read for any horse lover.... great book by a great writer who's had an amazing life with horses and making life better for all horses.

[L · Rating 4 out of 5]

*review to be posted shortly*

[Rita Chapman · Rating 4 out of 5]

The Horses in My Life by Monty Roberts features 52 horses who hold a special place in his heart. Each chapter depicts a horse outstanding in his own way or from whom Monty has learned a valuable lesson. A wonderful book for horse lovers who will eagerly devour every word.