THE MAN WHO LISTENS TO HORSES

This title addresses the current interest in communication between animals and humans. Monty Roberts's amazing methods for schooling horses to accept saddle and rider were developed through his keen observation of how horses communicate in the wild. His determination to abolish the cruelty in the age-old "breaking" of horses and to break the abusive relationship within his own family inspires a passionate reading of his life and work. His Native American heritage and some of the rodeo circuit life give his voice a distinctive resonance that listeners will appreciate. R.F.W. ©AudioFile, Portland, Maine [Published: NOV/DEC 97]