A Walk on the Wild Side

This book describes the lives of Fell ponies in their native habitat, in the kind of detail that can only be gained by Carole Morland and her husband Bert's lifetime of observing them on the fell at close quarters. As far as I am aware, Carole's book is the first that has looked at this vital aspect of the breed, and it is packed with interesting information. This exceptional book should be required reading for all judges of the native breeds, as without knowledge and some understanding of the ponies in their native habitats, they cannot, in my view be adequately equipped to assess them in the show ring. 'A Walk on the Wild Side' gives a fascinating insight into the lives and interactions of these semi-feral Fell ponies. A very interesting, and at times amusing read, Carole rightly highlights the importance of these ponies to the Cumbrian fells and to the future of the Fell breed itself. A book that will undoubtedly be enjoyed by all native pony enthusiasts.