Horses in History by M.J. Evans is a compelling two-book nonfiction series that brings pivotal equine moments in American history to life:
- PINTO!: Based Upon the True Story of the Longest Horseback Ride in History (2019)
This volume recounts the epic 1912 journey of the “Overland Westerners”—four men riding to all 48 state capitals in three years. They relied heavily on Pinto, the tenacious little horse who survived the entire odyssey despite harsh conditions and remounted replacements. - The Sand Pounder: Love and Drama on Horseback in WWII (2021)
Set during World War II, this book follows a young female equestrian who defies convention to join the “Sand Pounders”—the U.S. Coast Guard’s mounted beach patrol along the coasts. A story of courage, patriotism, and breaking boundaries.
Both books are richly detailed, blending adventure, real-life heroism, and historical context to engage horse lovers and history enthusiasts alike.
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