Book Description
Shy Boy - World-famous horse gentler Monty
Roberts reveals the unique rapport he shares with one special
horse: a wild mustang.
In this beautifully illustrated book, Monty Roberts's be
loved horse Shy Boy takes center stage. In a gripping,
intimate narrative and in one hundred color photos, Monty
Roberts relives their unique relationship, beginning with his
first encounter with the wild horse in the high desert.
During a dramatic three day ride across a hundred miles,
Monty Roberts used all his skill to connect with the little
mustang he finally befriended.
Throughout the year that followed, Shy Boy grew to love
life on the farm, playfully demanding attention and becoming
fascinated by children. During a year of challenges and one
frightening illness, the wild horse earned the respect and
admiration of his trainershe had exceptional spirit. And, as
his fame grew following the PBS-aired documentary that
featured his initial three-day encounter with Monty Roberts,
Shy Boy began to receive visitors from all over the world.
Yet throughout Shy Boy's year of fame, Monty Roberts was
asked, "Would Shy Boy rather be free!" With
trepidation, he took Shy Boy back to the wild to let him
choose: Go with your herd, or stay with your gentler. What
happened is so exciting and moving that it will surprise
every reader.
And like Monty Roberts, readers will fall in love with Shy
Boy.
