References

[Grits]

Originally Posted by blackthroatedwind

Isn't " The Body Language of Horses ", or something like that, by Bonnie Ledbetter considered very good?

It is an excellent book, and there are also others . . . Bob Baffert wrote a book on confirmation that many think is good, also Joe Taylor of Taylormade Farm has written such a book and too at Joseph Beth Booksellers in Lexington you will find more books on racehorses, confirmation, pedigree, and all matters regarding Thoroughbred breeding and racing than probably anywhere in the country. There are also many available at the Kentucky Horse Park and the Derby Museum.

As far as the land, farm construction, etc. these things are not in books. You need to travel to Central Kentucky and stay there for a minimum of 6 months to a year to gain knowledge and experience.

All of this, along with spending all the time that you can in the Keeneland Library, where you will find much of this--for free.