Fergus the horse equus hilarious is the creation of jean abernethy, and the truth is, he isnt meant to represent any one breed or discipline. The essential fergus the horse was an instant success, promising more published fun with fergus and his gang in the years ahead. Dear horses everywhere, never underestimate the importance of learni. Cowhorse fergus see more pasture time without flies fergus. Fergus fergus, the cartoon horse with an international followingnow a bona fide social media staris back following up the immensely popular 2015 release of the rollicking comicstrip treasury the essential fergus the horse, this new book explores the rise and mass acceptance of natural horsemanship training techniques via a comical conversation between fergus and the lad, a young boy. Hilariously expressive illustrations and clever verse depict the dialog between horse and human as the lad maintains his amiable approach, regardless of fergus doubtful. Perhaps its this generic everyhorse quality thats led to his popularity. In the late 1990s, a little bay horse with white socks and a blaze was born. Most popular cartoons horse cartoon horse books funny horses horse horse book trailers twas the night falling in love with him the night before christmas fergus, the worlds most popular cartoon horse, shares an epic holiday adventure inspired by the classic tale twas the night before christmas.
The life and times of the worlds most popular cartoon equine by jean abernethy isbn. Fergus and the night before christmas trafalgar square books 2017 fergus, the worlds most popular cartoon horse, shares an epic holiday adventure inspired by the classic tale twas the night before christmas. Author charles fergus has written 19 books, including many about nature and wildlife. Trafalgar square books 2017 fergus, the worlds most popular cartoon horse, shares an epic holiday adventure inspired by the classic tale twas the night before christmas. Fergus the horse coffee mugs trafalgar square books blog. Dear horses everywhere, sadly its true that humans seem obsessed with building fences. Funny horses aurora hilarious comics books house ideas art livros. Tsb has been honored to publish artist jean abernethys brilliant comic horse books. Now with four fergus books written and illustrated, the fun continues. That time fergus the horse saved christmas trafalgar. Fergus the horse the essentials book equestriancollections. I am honored to talk with equine author and illustrator, jean abernethy of the fergus the horse series.
Most notably, her star character, fergus, has brought laughter to over 300,000 facebook fans around the world. Fergus the horse horse cartoons by jean abernethy horse. Apr 01, 2020 in october of 2015, trafalgar square books. Hilariously expressive illustrations and clever verse. Nov 10, 2015 fergus is the perfect horse book for those quiet do nothing nights where you need a laugh. Trafalgar square books, and its online bookstore, is a small business based on a farm in rural vermont. A stranger here below is the first in his new gideon stoltz mystery series. Horse horse horse art most popular cartoons horse cartoon a funny thing happened horse birthday funny horses book categories cool coloring pages. Fergus the horse equus hilarious is the creation of artist jean abernethy, and the truth is, he is not meant to represent a particular breed, nor does he pursue. Her comical style of drawing spawned the character fergus the horse who has gained a following of over 310,000 facebook and instagram fans. The paperback of the the essential fergus the horse. Fergus the horse equus hilarious is the creation of artist jean abernethy, and the truth is, he is not meant to represent a particular breed, nor does he pursue one specific equestrian discipline.
Following up the immensely popular 2015 release of the rollicking comicstrip treasury the essential fergus the horse, this new book explores the rise and mass acceptance of natural horsemanship training techniques via a comical conversation between fergus and the lad, a young boy who is. Perhaps it is this generic quality of every man or womans horse that has led to. With colorful, lighthearted comedy on every page, fergus and his motley group of equine teammates bravely take to the skies to give st. A horse to be reckoned with is sure to make you laugh. Fergus and the greener grass written and illustrated by jean abernethy, published by trafalgar square books, is hot off the press, and available for purchase. Moreover, when they build them, they are completely unaware of where the good grazing is. Jean abernethy has been producing equestrianrelated drawings, horse portraits, and horse cartooning for more than 30 years.
Following up the immensely popular 2015 release of the rollicking comicstrip treasury the essential fergus the horse, this new book explores the rise and mass acceptance of natural horsemanship training techniques via a comical conversation between fergus and the lad, a young boy who. Dubbed fergus, he has now traveled the world many times over by print, web, and satellite, inspired a line of merchandise, and gained a devoted following in the hundredsofthousands on facebook and other social media. Highly recommended, even more so if you own a horse, because your horse as well as mine is in here the next book is due out in the late fall of 2016. Her delightful equine character fergus equus hilarioushas become the worlds most popular cartoon horse, with hundreds of thousands of followers on facebook and a devoted international fan club. Perhaps it is this generic quality of every man or womans horse that has led to his immense popularity. In the late 1990s, a little bay horse with white sock. The essential fergus brings together the story of fergus the horse featuring the mostloved comic strips and cartoon moments, some rarely seen sketches, and brand new additions created exclusively for this book. For more information, here is my book on optimal grazing. Fergus a horse to be reckoned with equestriancollections.
Jim fergus so skillfully envelopes us in the heart and mind of the main character, may dodd, that we weep when she mourns, we shake our fist at anyone who tries to sway her course, and our hearts pound when she is in danger. Dubbed fergus, he has now traveled the world many times over by print, web, and satellite, inspired a line of merchandise featuring his visage, and gained a fervently devoted following in the hundredsofthousands on facebook and through other social media outlets. Fergus the horse equus hilarious is the creation of artist jean abernethy, and the truth is, he is not meant to represent a particular breed, nor does he pursue one. Equus film and arts fest, held at the kentucky horse park in lexington, december 2019, three fergus books were presented with literaryarts awards, during the evening awards event on december 7th. Fergus, the worlds most popular cartoon horse, shares an epic holiday adventure inspired by the classic tale twas the night before christmas. Fergus, the cartoon horse with an international followingnow a bonafide social media staris back. Now fergus, artist jean abernethy, and trafalgar square books. A native of pennsylvania, fergus now lives in the northeast kingdom of vermont. Fergus, the cartoon horse with an international followingnow a bona fide social media staris back.
We published our first horse book, centered riding by sally swift, in 1985, and since then have continued to strive to produce highquality equestrian books and videos for the good of the horse. For 30 years, people have asked me to create a funny horse book, says jean. Fergus fergus, the cartoon horse with an international followingnow a bona fide social media staris back following up the immensely popular 2015 release of the rollicking comicstrip treasury the essential fergus the horse, this new book explores the rise and mass acceptance of natural horsemanship training techniques via a comical conversation between fergus and the. Fergus a horse to be reckoned with features a comical conversation between fergus and the lad, a young boy determined to ride him. Oct 26, 2016 following up the immensely popular 2015 release of the rollicking comicstrip treasury the essential fergus the horse, this new book explores the rise and mass acceptance of natural horsemanship. Following up the immensely popular 2015 release of the rollicking comicstrip treasury the essential fergus the horse, this new book explores the rise and mass acceptance of natural horsemanship training techniques via a comical conversation between fergus. Nov 29, 2016 following up the immensely popular 2015 release of the rollicking comicstrip treasury the essential fergus the horse, this new book explores the rise and mass acceptance of natural horsemanship training techniques via a comical conversation between fergus and the lad, a young boy who is determined to ride him. A horse to be reckoned with book trailer fergus the horse horse cartoons by jean abernethy see more. Upon returning to her studio this fall, jean has found herself in the midst of promoting the publication of her first fergus book, a comics treasury. Visit the trafalgar square books sweepstakes page just find horse and rider books on facebook from now through december 7, 2015, to enter to win a chance for your horse to star in a fergus comic. Fergus the horse is a cartoon strip character created by jean abernethy. This makes a great little gift and is a perfect book for your collection, right.
Trafalgar square books first horse book was centered riding, which we published in 1985 and remains one of the bestselling horse books of all time. Fergus, the cartoon horse with an international following now a bonafide social media star is back. Facebook is showing information to help you better understand the purpose of a page. Author sally swift went on to found the now worldwide organization and form of learning and teaching riding known as centered riding. In his third book, fergus catches a glimpse of what could. Jean has written and illustrated three books, the essential fergus the horse, fergusa horse to be reckoned with, and fergus and the greener grass. See actions taken by the people who manage and post content. When fans write, fergus reminds me of my horse, i cannot be paid a higher compliment, says abernethy. In his third book, fergus catches a glimpse of what could be, and leaving his life of comfort behind, sets off on a hilarious journey. This is one of our favorite gifts jean abernathy is obviously a true horsewoman, because she has great insight into horse reasoning and finds the funny side of all of it. Following up the immensely popular 2015 release of the rollicking comicstrip treasury the essential fergus the horse, this new book explores the rise and mass acceptance of natural horsemanship training techniques via a comical conversation between fergus and the lad, a young boy who is determined to ride him. Of course, we discuss the best topics on earth writing, books and horses. A horse to be reckoned with by jean abernethy horse and rider books.
The essential fergus the horse horse and rider books. Jan 19, 2016 in october of 2015, trafalgar square books. Following up the immensely popular 2015 release of the rollicking comicstrip treasury the essential fergus the horse, this new book explores the rise and. The fergus the horse the essentials book, will help you to learn essential things from fergus s very own mouth. Following up the immensely popular 2015 release of the rollicking comicstrip treasury the. Horse cartoon doodle 2 natural horsemanship horse horse social media stars book trailers song artists falling in love with him cards diy enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on youtube. Kudos to authorcartoonist jean abernethy and trafalgar square books for bringing fergus to readersand for continuing the cartoon horse.
Blaze magazine the book is a laugh a minute for adults who have dealt with equines like fergus, but theres also a wonderful, subtle lesson in horsemanship for young readers and aspiring riders. Funny horses equestrian girls fun diy crafts horse quotes horse barns horse stuff dog cat cartoon humor. Fergus equus hilarious the official instagram site of fergus the horse, written and illustrated by jean abernethy. Dubbed fergus, he has now traveled the world many times over by print, web, and satellite, inspired a line of merchandise, and gained a devoted following in the hundredsofthousands on. Fergus is the perfect horse book for those quiet do nothing nights where you need a laugh. This makes a great little gift and is a perfect book for your collection, right next to your thelwell library. Fergus and the night before christmas jean abernethy. Nicholas with her new book, fergus and the night before christmas. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.
In the late 1990s, a little bay horse with four white socks and a blaze was born. Meet jean abernethy the author of fergus the horse. When fergus found his way to social media in 2012, it didnt take long for equestrians worldwide to fall in love with him. So the publication of the essential fergus the horse treasury is a dream come true. Jean studied equestrian skills at humber college, then earned her art degree at ocad university in toronto. Dec 7, 2017 meet jean abernethy the author of fergus the horse.
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