Description
This illustrated volume is a tribute to one of the world’s premier equestrian events – the Badminton Horse Trials. Angela Rippon takes readers behind the scenes of this iconic three-day eventing competition, exploring its rich history, memorable moments, and the people and horses who have made it legendary.
With a blend of historical accounts, personal stories, and striking photography, the book captures the atmosphere, challenges, and triumphs that have defined Badminton since its inception in 1949. From course design and preparation to the drama of cross-country day, it offers an insider’s view of the event that has become a pinnacle in the equestrian calendar.
Angela Rippon is a distinguished British journalist, television presenter, and author, known for her work across news, sport, and features programming. An experienced broadcaster with a lifelong interest in horses, she brings both her journalistic skill and her equestrian passion to this work, creating a lively and engaging celebration of the Badminton Horse Trials.
Author: Angela Rippon
Publisher: Pavilion Books (UK) / Michael Joseph (distributor)
Publication Date: 1987 (First Edition)
ISBN-10 / ISBN-13: 1851450823 / 9781851450824
Pages: 192
Dimensions: ~186 × 242 × 28 mm
Weight: ~797 g
Illustrations: Color and B/W photos throughout
Condition: intact dust jacket with plastic covering. Inside pages very clean and in good order. Ex library.
