The Man Who Listens to Horses: The Story of a Real-Life Horse Whisperer

Excellent book, I read it to get more knowledge about horses. I have finally got a horse and don't know anything about them, other than they are beautiful creatures. My little girl, a Paso Fino had been abused and passed from one neighbor to the next. She has finally gained my trust thru the tips Mr. Roberts has written about. I recommend this book to both experienced and novice horse lovers.

A most interesting, informative book, not just about horses but about the interactions between man and horse. Monty has then applied much of this to human interaction as well. He went against the traditional way of breaking a horse and proved that violence doesn't have to be the path taken. I don't own or ride horses but I loved this book.

We saw Monty Roberts help four horses get over their fears in about 2 hours. Local veterinarians recommended the horses - one wouldn't enter a stall, one had never worn a saddle, and so on. By the end of the 2 hours, all four horses were doing exactly what they were brought in to learn. The book talks about Monty Roberts' philosophy as well as how to ask a horse to do what you want. Great insight for all animal behavior, not just horses. Humans too.

Everyone who has a horse - or any animal - should read this book. "Breaking" a horse can break it in so many ways and is incredibly cruel. Trying to dominate animals and bend germ to our will may work short term but at a huge cost This book shows there is s better way - instead of asserting power over it is about power with, working with, earning the love and respect (not fear) if another being A good strategy with people too

The factual story brings the reader to a place of understanding on the treatment of horses as well as asserting that this can work on humans with bad dispositions. Would be incredible of more social programs used the non violent approach outlined in these pages and perhaps actually reverse cronick bad behavior.

I would recommend this book to anyone even if they are not a horse enthusiast. The book tells of courage, determination, humanity and triumphs! It is entertaining and a real page turner, while being educational at the same time. This book teaches not only a training method but that kindness will get you farther than bullying something or someone to your will. It teaches how important it is to effectively communicate with anyone, animal or human. It teaches you to never give up. I think the schools, students and teachers in America should especially read this book. Also, it would benefit companies to instill this type of thought when dealing with employee's! Getting anyone to want to work with you to accomplishing your goals is going to be more beneficial than forcing them to work for you!

I thoroughly enjoyed this book. I could hardly put it down. I wish I had read it years ago. The information about a successful nonviolent approach to relationships between humans and animals as well as between humans is invaluable. Mr. Roberts story of triumph over violence in his family and great adversity is inspiring.

Mr. Roberts has lead an interesting life. His life story is well told and his approach to working with horses is sublime. I read this book several years after my own horse had past away, but I instantly recognized everything that Roberts teaches from my own experience of having had a long relationship with my horse. Whether you have or had a horse in your life or have had a difficult childhood because of parental alcoholism - this book will touch your heart and teach you how to have a better relationship with your horse and your past. I highly recommend reading this book~! My deepest thanks to Monty Roberts for sharing this/his story.

As a lifelong horse lover I have always been fascinated by how horses affect people. People as groups, like the military, and people as individuals like myself and others that love horses. So much of the time horses are badly treated and i hate to see that: there is no reason for it. Monty Roberts book reveals a beginning of just how close people can be to their horses and how much horses normally really try to do what their owner wants. It's the stupid people that is most often the problem. This is special as a life story and learning more about horses. I'm glad to have read it and wish I could have met Monty Roberts. Horses would wish to give him a word of thanks, too.

Through his observation of how the wild mustangs communicate in his teens, Monty Roberts discovered a way to communicate with untrained horses through their “language”, in which then he applied to communicating with deers, and people. Amazing life stories.

Excellent book, I read it to get more knowledge about horses. I have finally got a horse and don't know anything about them, other than they are beautiful creatures. My little girl, a Paso Fino had been abused and passed from one neighbor to the next. She has finally gained my trust thru the tips Mr. Roberts has written about. I recommend this book to both experienced and novice horse lovers.

A most interesting, informative book, not just about horses but about the interactions between man and horse. Monty has then applied much of this to human interaction as well. He went against the traditional way of breaking a horse and proved that violence doesn't have to be the path taken. I don't own or ride horses but I loved this book.

We saw Monty Roberts help four horses get over their fears in about 2 hours. Local veterinarians recommended the horses - one wouldn't enter a stall, one had never worn a saddle, and so on. By the end of the 2 hours, all four horses were doing exactly what they were brought in to learn. The book talks about Monty Roberts' philosophy as well as how to ask a horse to do what you want. Great insight for all animal behavior, not just horses. Humans too.

Everyone who has a horse - or any animal - should read this book. "Breaking" a horse can break it in so many ways and is incredibly cruel. Trying to dominate animals and bend germ to our will may work short term but at a huge cost This book shows there is s better way - instead of asserting power over it is about power with, working with, earning the love and respect (not fear) if another being A good strategy with people too

The factual story brings the reader to a place of understanding on the treatment of horses as well as asserting that this can work on humans with bad dispositions. Would be incredible of more social programs used the non violent approach outlined in these pages and perhaps actually reverse cronick bad behavior.

I would recommend this book to anyone even if they are not a horse enthusiast. The book tells of courage, determination, humanity and triumphs! It is entertaining and a real page turner, while being educational at the same time. This book teaches not only a training method but that kindness will get you farther than bullying something or someone to your will. It teaches how important it is to effectively communicate with anyone, animal or human. It teaches you to never give up. I think the schools, students and teachers in America should especially read this book. Also, it would benefit companies to instill this type of thought when dealing with employee's! Getting anyone to want to work with you to accomplishing your goals is going to be more beneficial than forcing them to work for you!

I thoroughly enjoyed this book. I could hardly put it down. I wish I had read it years ago. The information about a successful nonviolent approach to relationships between humans and animals as well as between humans is invaluable. Mr. Roberts story of triumph over violence in his family and great adversity is inspiring.

Mr. Roberts has lead an interesting life. His life story is well told and his approach to working with horses is sublime. I read this book several years after my own horse had past away, but I instantly recognized everything that Roberts teaches from my own experience of having had a long relationship with my horse. Whether you have or had a horse in your life or have had a difficult childhood because of parental alcoholism - this book will touch your heart and teach you how to have a better relationship with your horse and your past. I highly recommend reading this book~! My deepest thanks to Monty Roberts for sharing this/his story.

As a lifelong horse lover I have always been fascinated by how horses affect people. People as groups, like the military, and people as individuals like myself and others that love horses. So much of the time horses are badly treated and i hate to see that: there is no reason for it. Monty Roberts book reveals a beginning of just how close people can be to their horses and how much horses normally really try to do what their owner wants. It's the stupid people that is most often the problem. This is special as a life story and learning more about horses. I'm glad to have read it and wish I could have met Monty Roberts. Horses would wish to give him a word of thanks, too.

Through his observation of how the wild mustangs communicate in his teens, Monty Roberts discovered a way to communicate with untrained horses through their “language”, in which then he applied to communicating with deers, and people. Amazing life stories.

I find the negative review of Monty's book interesting. Since I train dogs, I can somewhat relate to the need for positive training methods. There are always going to be those out there that dispute that it works for MOST, but not for all. Every animal is an individual with feelings and personality of his/her own and baggage that comes along with lack of training, abuse and/or neglect. I thought one of the most important lines of all in the book was that this was the "51st fluke in a row". In other words, the doubters of the crowd thought it was just a fluke that Monty was able to 'start' and ride green horses within approximately 25 minutes. Someone that is full of 'it', cannot become as successful a horse trainer as Monty is without some actual knowledge of what he's doing. I thought this was a very inspirational book that gives a look into the innovative humane treatment and training of horses. This book is well worth the time it takes to read and I, for one, do not doubt the truth of his story. Pictures are worth a thousand words.

Monty Roberts you are truly amazing; I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book and although I am not a horsey person I am an animal lover, I was totally involved in this book from beginning to end. Thank you for sharing your amazing story Monty Roberts and I’m sure all the horses are grateful too.

Monty Roberts is an author who makes the reader feel that he is present during the very touching story of Monty's life from early childhood through his adulthood. In the midst of this fascinating autobiography, the reader is introduced to the psychology of the horse and the beauty of its disposition. He also shows the kindness with which humans should regard any animal, and through his life experiences, proves that humans have been very ignorant in their methods of attempting to train animals that can be so easily trained with kind, gentle techniques. It is no wonder that he has been featured on the TV programs such as "20/20", and "60 Minutes") in the past and was contracted by Queen Elizabeth II to teach her trainers his method of "Join-up" in training the royal horses at Buckingham Palace, London, UK.

If I am still thinking about a book days and sometimes weeks after I have read it then I consider it a great book. 'The Man Who ListensTo Horses' is such a book. The writing was good and it didn't distract me from the content which I found fascinating. The human animals relationship with its non-human members is a concept long overdue for exploration and this book is a giant step in that direction. Monty Roberts is a truly exceptional man and a gentle-man in the truest sense of the word. I so hope this book becomes the most chosen textbook on how to 'join-up' with a horse. Montys powers of observation and his ability to draw conclusions from them at such a young age had to be innate. It is a cinch this trait was not acquired from his father. It is a tremendous irony that so much of what he learned was from his father and a prime example of rising above and learning from negativity. Not an easy thing to do! After reading this book I was tempted to buy many copies to give to all the people I knew would love it as much as I did.

I read this book many years ago and it changed my professional skillsets permanently. I started using his methods on my guinea pig and transformed THAT relationship in wonderful ways. It even worked in my personal relationships. Now I am reading his Horse Sense for People and I bought this copy for a friend who loves horses and is deepening her skill sets in Human Resources. It's a great look at body language, eye contact and behavior patterns. I have never forgotten his story about the jealous deer attacking his wife's vehicle. It deepened my perceptions of how we relate and why. It also made me less insecure around horses.

Following his instincts and keen observations, Monty learns and follows his heart to take him to the depths of a horses’s soul, and around the world. His generosity in sharing what he has learned was encouraged by people around the globe seeking ways to reach others in a respectful and positive way. Loved it!

This book is not only for horse lovers but for anyone who wants better relationships with animals or people. It’s also a great story.

I have been riding horses on and off for almost all of my adult life (my grandfather plopped me on my first horse when I was three.) Yet it was only recently that I learned how to use the Join Up technique that Monty Roberts created, and I have to say it's been one of the most incredible things I've ever done with a horse. This book has two parts. The first is the story of Monty's life, and it's a simply amazing one. He takes us through his childhood as a rodeo star, to his work as a trainer, and his ongoing search to learn to communicate more effectively with horses (and other animals.) The techniques he has developed are ground-breaking, and if for no other reason than to learn how to Join Up with your own horse, I'd advise you to buy this book. But the stories are fascinating, moving, and inspiring, and the book could sell with even without the Join Up technique. All in all this is a book that every horse owner should read, at least once. And using the Join Up technique with your horse will forever change the way you relate to horses. Try it, you'll be amazed at the results!

This is a great book to read, especially right now during the pandemic! There’s something for everybody in here. Enjoy!

Am reading All the "Greats" of the Natural Horsemanship philosophy & while all are consistant with my "feelings" of the way it should be (since I'm a total newbie to "ownership", but not to being around horses!), this book is not only extensive in detail of what lead to his conclusions of "horse thought", amount of stories, Monty's personal life, but also degree of commitment to this philosophy. Just a very well put together, highly engaging book that I feel anyone assocated with horses needs to read! Life lessons for us all!

Monty Roberts is a compassionate soul who has led the way in showing how to make a relationship with horses, rather than fall back on violence and cruelty to gain desired behaviors. It was truly terrific to read his life story and understand how he came to develop is Join-Up method and helps us all to understand that animals have a language all their own; if we are patient enough and caring enough, and learn their language, we'll be rewarded with a relationship of willing cooperation and friendship that before Monty just couldn't be dreamed of.

This book held my attention to the very end. The life story of Monty Roberts is told in an entertaining, fast-moving way. There is good horse training information in the book that anyone can benefit from knowing.

You don't need to be a horse lover to enjoy and learn from this book. Educational, inspirational and filled with heart. A must read.

This ewas a very interesti g especialky for horse lovers and those wanti g to treat them well.. i furst heard of this author on the BBC series The Victorian Farm.

As a person preparing to retire this book gives great inspiration for the opportunity of a new and wonderful life if we can reconcile and improve from whatever past we started with.

One of the best books that I have read. A must read, even after all of these years!

This is a very engaging story, full of action. It's also authentic and educational, totally changing the traditional paradigm that horses need to be broken and dominated. I thoroughly enjoyed this book and couldn't put it down. I am thoroughly convinced that Monty, through a lifetime of experience with thousands of horses all around the World, has proven that humans can communicate with horses (and other animals) and that relationship, not domination, should be the basis of our interaction with them.

A well-written book that resonates on many levels. Easy reading open to understanding and enjoyment on many levels.

I got this book because I have a granddaughter who loves horses! But, I enjoyed it on many levels. it was interesting to learn about the process of training horses. Then to think that what he learned could be applied on relationships in many different settings.

Monty Roberts book was such an enjoyable read. The knowledge that he imparts is kind and incredible. May horse training never be the same again his methods are just amazing. He is a special man who is a creating a better world with what he does. Thank you Monty :)

Looking forward to reading this book while I recover from surgery. This was a great purchase! Fast shipping and the book is in excellent shape!!!

Great first person account of the life of a dedicated individual who discovers how to "read: the body language of horses and to train them by communicating with them. His techniques were ultimately recognized by the Queen Of England who invited him to England to demonstrate with her own horses. Engaging and very readable.

Good information

This was one of the best books I've ever read--easy to read, informative, and always heart warming. The story of Monty's life completely held my attention and the information about horses is uniquely interesting. Monty is an exceptional man who has led a fascinating life, has put his gifts and talents with horses to good use, and has valiantly resisted the temptation to become an angry man like his father. The principles he cites for creating and maintaining good relationships with horses equally apply to human beings. The only thing missing for me was that there was no real mention of the God who created the horses that he loves and has cared for so well throughout his life.

This is a great book. Like horses? You need to read it. Like stories of people that follow a passion? Read it.

I usually read a lot of fiction and this was so well wrote that I couldn't put it down! I love the story line and the view on horses, also very educational.

This was a very good book. The only reason I gave it 4 instead of 5 stars is it wasn't what I expected or hoped it would be. It was a story of Monty's life and all of his amazing adventures with very little said of his training methods and experiences. I purchased the book thinking it would be chock full of training tips so I was a little disappointed to find that it wasn't. However I would still recommend the book. You will be amazed with the success that this man obtained in his life and I really enjoyed reading it.

Wonderful- well written, interesting autobiography. This man has lived, is living a good life and doing good work! If you love animals, all animals, and obviously if you are a horse person, this book is a must read. Monty Roberts discovered the language of horses and it's well worth any horseperson's time to understand how he discovered it, how it has deepened and evolved and how it can be applied in all situations. Understanding an animal, what they're about is what loving animals is about. The fact that from the time he was a very young man and that his mission in his life was not only to ride and ride hard but to make training better for all horses by not abusing and violating horses as was the method until he rethought it. He was raised in the business and his father used the "tried and true" methods and they worked bu it was war on an animal and not n the least decent or fair. It was adversarial. We're asking horses to work with us, not to be our slaves His desire to create an empathetic method demonstrates what a genuinely decent guy he is. He and his father were estranged because he chose his own path away from abusing horses to teach them and the struggle with his father is a very important series of events he discusses in this book. Monty Roberts is truly a good man and he's dedicated his life to making horse's lives better. I wish I had a horse to bring to one of his clinics.

This was a great book. Monty Roberts is indeed the "Horse Whisperer." He tells it plain ands simple his story about teaching his techniques to even a wild horse and how they work. Great story. Any new rider or any old rider would benefit from this story. I find myself quoting the things Monty Roberts says in my everyday training. So glad to have found this book.

Monty Roberts book was captivating and kept me reading! The influence he and this book have made around the world is the best thing for Humanity and Equine. Horse lover or not, this is a must read!

Monty has so many life experiences that it is easy to relate to him and be inspired by his tenacity to continue. I was so inspired by the book that I went to his farm just to see it when I was a travel nurse in California. I purchased this book for a young person that has been through some tough times and needed to know how someone else worked through it to realize his inner potential.

Monty is a no frills, horse first, type of person. This is a great book for the beginning horse person to understand the horse. It is an enjoyable, easy read. Monty compares the way of the old harsh man handling style of training with his easy going, choice giving way. Not only does he talk about working w/ horses, but people too! Monty is not a showman. He shows people what he can do with little discomfort to the horse, only firm guidance using his understanding of how a horse thinks.

one of my favorites, I lent my first copy to a friend and never got it back, so this is my second copy and not lending this one.

This is a truly fascinating book. Monty is such an interesting person. Didn't really help me how to figure out some training problems I've had, but that's OK. Very interesting.

I found this book very useful. It agrees with everything that I felt anyway as I wanted the horse to do it because it had a choice not because it did not. I feel that to get the best from your horse this has to come from trust and respect. I am new to training horses but having two green yearlings a colt and a filly I tried this out and have found them to be a lot calmer and a lot less stressed. Trying to do this in a field was not as easy as trying to do this in a round pen as there is to many distractions. But I feel I have much more of a bond with them and understand them better. I am really pleased that I read this book and would recommend it to anyone who loves horses rather than wanting to control them by force.

Good condition and enjoyed the read.

This book opened a whole new world to me. Monty Roberts has contributed more to this world through his work with horses and with people than we will ever know. More than could ever be put on paper an excellent book.

We are treated to an opportunity to ride along on Monty Roberts life like old friends sharing a journey filed with challenges and victories. An inspirational tale.

Transaction was flawless, fast shipping, would do business with this seller again anytime. This book is well written, I love to read about equine behavior but this book gives you even more. Mr. Roberts writes about his personal life experiences from his childhood to adulthood and how it led him to train horses the way he does. A truly remarkable man with an amazing story, this is a must read.

Anyone who cares about the welfare of horses should read this book. Monty Roberts is an true inspiration! His life story and accomplishments are incredible and every horse lover can learn a lot from this man and his dedication to horses, children and life in general. An enthralling read that you won't want to put down.

Beyond words - simply Awesome! A++++++++ Highly recommended - you will Love this book!

enjoyed

Honestly the best book ever, there’s nothing bad about this book at all. It’s such a beautiful story and so inspiring. Get this book you won’t regret it

This book gives a great insight into the minds of man and horse. I makes sense out of how different yet the same we are. I love trying to understand my pets and be a great friend to them. This book opend my mind to the inner thoughts of my horse. Great book!

Nuanced understanding of another sentient being (the horse). Heartwarming. A man who understands that we are part of nature, and should be stewards of it, not despoilers.

great

This book is moving both on a personal level as an autobiography of a really good person, and as a tract on how a little patience and observation can improve the world of horses. It doesn't take a lot of imagination to apply the lesson to humans as well.

A lot of useful and applicable information. This can carry over in all aspects of ones life. I love horses

A great read

Great book about the amazing animal the horse and the interaction with a man who has dedicated his life to help horses and people who have the privilege of owning them. Thank you Monty

This is a great book; couldn't put it down! Monty Roberts takes you through the good and the bad to help you understand his journey; very inspiring and uplifting - if you aren't motivated to attempt join-up when you are done with this book and to, as Monty states, make the world a better place for the horses, then you truly do not understand the beauty of the equine.

A book for anyone who enjoys horses. I read this before, during and after horse camp and learned a new way to look at horses and other animals as well.

Greatest book about horses. Also about perseverance and hard work, in spite of severe abuse.

A very amazing story and biography of Monty Roberts. He truly has a gift of reading the language of horses and deer. I learn a lot from his story about how we can communicate with animals! Definitely recommend this book!

excelent

This is such a Beautiful book filled with heartwarming and heartbreaking stories. Monty takes you on the most wonderful ride. You will be changed for the better after reading this book

A great biography of a very unique and fine man.

Monty Roberts set the standard for gentling and training horses by which all subsequent methods have been based. Even if you are not a "horse person" you will respect and love this man. Forget the movie with Robert Redford. This is the real thing.

I really enjoyed this book. Now to go and work with my animals and see if I can do the same.

Excellent book for anyone that wants to learn the language of horses in order to better train and work with these highly sensitive animals. Mr. Roberts has developed an intelligent and humane method of working with horses that is extremely effective - he has the records of success to illustrate that. This is one of the best books I've read on how to win the trust of a horse and have a wonderful companion as a result.

This is a good book. I hope it is all true, although if you google it, you will see there are some who say Monty is lying about his family, etc. I don't know - it seems very real to me.

Unbelievable sensitivity...Loving

Much appreciated by my equestrian grand daughter.

Couldn't put it down; excellent writer - heartfelt and honest about his journey; leaves the reader with a much expanded and compassionate understanding of the consciousness of horses, as well as all animals, and the need for kindness and respect in our relationship to them.

This is a fascinating view into the world of training horses. The parts about the wild horses were especially intriguing. Overall, this is an enjoyable and easy read.

Couldn't put this book down. Very well written and informative. Loved to hear about the deer join up! Do you think this technique would work with rabbits?

What a great book! Profound. I would recommend any of Monty Roberts books even if you don't own a horse. There are great parallels with people that are life applicable.

anyone who loves horses and understands what Monty Roberts is all about will thoroughly enjoy this book

It's a shame that this story is not better known. There is so much unnecessary violence in the world today and Monty Roberts has shown us a powerful way to reduce it.

A page turning book about a truly amazing man. Read his story. Then get his other books to read about more in depth training methods. This is an autobiography, not a text book! But it is an amazing tale......

This is a book for horse lovers but is more then a book on horses and training them. Monty Roberts has found a key to gain closeness with horses as well as with ourselves and others. There isn't a person alive who can not learn from this amazing man.

This should be the manual that guides the entire horse industry.

Interesting and inspiring story, particularly when contrasted with some of the other trainers who take this approach. I enjoyed it, and learned quite a bit.

If you liked the movie Horse Whisperer this is a must read.

A MUST READ FOR ANIMAL LOVERS. A unique and surprising look into animal communication. AMAZINGLY BEAUTIFUL.

Monty Roberts' inspiring, compassionate and wise book "The Man Who Listens to Horses" made me weep with sorrow and joy. He shows through his life and work that the gentle way is the better way in all relationships. He transformed the abuse and pain from his violent, horse trainer father into developing gentle communication methods. Using only body language and trust he can persuade a horse to accept a bridle, saddle and rider in thirty minutes. A New York reviewer summed up Monty Roberts' book best. He will first break, then mend your heart.

If you like animals or better yet horses this is a must read. I personally had to halter break weanlings and yearllings and wished I had used some of his methods. Awesome journey he has gone on in life. A Must Read!

This more a bio about his life than it is a training book . I kept trying to read thinking it would finally reveal some training secrets.

Deeply moving and inspiring.

Excellent book! You will laugh and cry as you read, as well as be inspired at Monty's great and tender love for horses.

Very touching story and information on horses.

The best read for horse lovers of any age. Will give you a whole new perspective on rising, training and owning horses.

Great story told well... Listened twice.

gives you the full, true story of Monty Roberts...He and his wife have fostered 42 kids up to today...don't believe the garbage that was written about him being a fake...far from the truth...this man is a true christian ...and lives by his faith...

good

Excellent Read! Interesting and informative. This book helped me in more fully understanding Monty Roberts University classes that I take. Highly recommend.

For anyone who wants to understand the theory behind the man (Monty Roberts) and what continues to drive him today. It is a confronting read that many horse lovers will find hard but the story needs to be told so we can understand why we all need to improve ourselves and that violence is never the answer. An inspiring story that will leave you wanting to make a difference and join up with your horse if you have one!

Book's headline--VIOLENCE IS NEVER THE ANSWER! Applies to educating children and horses. Study this book and apply it's guidance daily.

I love the idea that all creatures on this planet can be loved with the kind of love you show to the horses. I really am impressed with the fact that you have gentle nature after your father abused you st so young an age. God bless you and your work.

Good story with a lot of info

how to do you talk to a horse? While this book is also about the author. It explains in detail the experience of listening. Listening to animals. Sometimes you just have to find a better way. Monty Robert did that at a time when others thought otherwise.

This is one of the best books ever.

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Touching, loving communication!

insightful of both man and animal

Book is perfect and super fast delivery.

Book is perfect and super fast delivery.

I actually particpiated in one of Monty's demonstrations many years ago and have more or less followed his work. He is an amazing person as well an outstanding horse trainer who opened the world to humane training. Thomas.

Great and very informative read. Like leaning on the corall fence talking to an old cowboy. I enjoyed it immensely.

I loved this book, and bought another as a gift. You don't have to be a horse lover to get this message. It's profound!

This is a must read for horse lovers interested in the history of horse training. Monty has a fascinating life.

excellent story

great work from a very special human being very well written and worth reading, I was very happy with this purchase

I first read this book, in paperback, many years ago, in a different time of my life. Only recently have I had the means to pick up where I left off (now having read the ebook version), and have come to realise just how much his story meant to me. Some reviews have criticised many personal aspects contained within these pages, but mostly, if you really look at them, they come from a point of view either within ignorance or just a misunderstanding on how and why this particular book was written. This is not a book dedicated to detailing exactly what his methods are and a how-to guide in applying them yourself. This book is to show why he came to believe what he does, how well it works and why you ultimately should consider them yourself. Throughout the book, you see all the different events and people that have shaped his views, his ways of thinking. To me, these are the most important aspects to consider. It's one thing to know what to do. It's something entirely different to understand why you should do them. With this book, you will see how Mony's views have grown over the years, how his understanding of what makes horses and even people do what they do. This can only help us better serve the specific needs of those around us. I highly recommend this book, both for the person experiences accounted within as much for the wealth of knowledge about the equine psychology and how it relates to the relationships people should strive to build with their horses and others in their lives.

a masterful story of love, respect, and courage. I recommend it to all psychotherapists.

LOVED IT

Good book but more about Monty's than life what I expected and less about training horses.

Monty Roberts' story, as told in this book, is a challenging examination of some of the values of our society. Racism, child abuse, domestic violence, mistreatment of animals, perception of mental health conditions are just some of the issues we are given an opportunity to ponder. A great insight into the world of the horse and a frank look at the underbelly of our own.

Definitely worth reading. A beautiful story and beautiful man-- a life dedicated to understanding nature and his place within it….

Fantastic book. Entertaining, well written and informative. I recommend all of his books.

An informative book which kept me engaged and turning the pages but an even greater inspiration to improve my relationship with my horses.

As promised!!!! A+++++++++++++

Monty shares his discovery of the communication with horses. Honest good read.

Great book!

The most inspirational and influential book I have ever read!

This book offers an interesting look at how "breaking" horses can be done without pain to the horses and the results are better.

A great read

Awesome

Very good book! I highly recommend it!

Amazing book! Explains horse psychology and physiology throughout the book. LOVE IT!

An amazing true story!

Wonderful book. Finally a book that is so inspirational to the beliefs I have felt about horse training. Monty Roberts is a horseman after my own heart. The illustrations were very clear to understand and Monty is an exellant story teller.

Why can't we have people like Monty Roberts run the country? We have a lot to learn from this man.

Excellent!

thanks

filled with details, totally fascinating

Good Read

I loved this book! Even if you aren't interested in horses this is a very good book. I read it as fast as I could. The condition was labeled as acceptable. I thought it was very good. Just one dog eared paged and nothing else wrong. Get it as soon as you see it :)

there is no one like Monty Roberts his advice is incredibly sound and gentle and CORRECT

I was very pleased and happy with the book and the condition it came in. My husband had been very doubtful and now wishes I had gotten 2 copies! We are giving it to our nephew as a graduation gift... this the book everyone should read.

Good

I love the things I learned from Monty that I can apply to my horsemanship. I also enjoyed learning about his life and how his experiences flow toward understanding Equus.

An awesome book about an awesome man. There are valuable lessons in this book on training horses (other animals as well). I enjoyed reading this book

If you love animals this is a must read. Could have been written more like a thriller.

Brilliant book about a briliant man!

Great resource.

Great story interesting read. Not so much a training book. But gives you a different look at a good way to live with horses

Well written have applied some things learned in book with noticeable results

I am a manager at a large horse stud and can honestly say this book will teach you everything you need to know about horses. It will change the way you think about everything you do with them.

This book gave me my first insite into the Horse Whispering business. The title sums up what you need to do! Hence my rating.

This man is amazing with and around horses. I love his example and his wisdom when dealing with horses. I would definitely highly recommend all horse lovers to read this book.

great book!

I thought this book was an instructional book not a history of the writer. While it was not what I was looking for I would reccomend it.

this was a great book.

This book was a delight to read and conveyed the most humane attitude toward horses that I have read. When I finished reading it, I was sad.

great read

great read

Probably the finest and most motivational book I have read. With respect to both the equine and human hemispheres.

This is the story that inspired the book (and movie) "The Horse Whisperer". Go to the source for real pleasure.

I got it for my husband as a gift he really liked it.

Excellent read - even for non-horse people

Excellent read!!! Whether you're a horse person or not you should read this book.

What an inspirational read. Truly a great man with a great understanding of horses. Recommend this book thoroughly. Loved it.

This is a very good book. I think that all horse lovers should read it!!

Interesting, and insightful.

VEry good

Very informative without being boring. I read it in 2 nights. If you love horses...please read. Your horses will be happy you did.

This book has inspired me to work with my horse to achive joint up. And to use this natural way to train my horse.

Monty Roberts talks about nothing other than how to "join up" with your horse. I didn't even count the myriad of different ways he says the same thing over and over. Boring.