Discover how horses have shaped human history – Estes Park Trail-Gazette

One Book One Valley is in full swing! Hundreds of local readers have checked out this year’s title, The Ride of Her Life by Elizabeth Letts, and are attending our wide variety of themed programs. An important character in The Ride of Her Life is Annie Wilkins’ horse, Tarzan, a cast-off brown gelding that carries Annie on her cross-country journey as she endeavors to visit the Pacific Ocean. Horses have long played an important role in human history, and on Monday, January 27, CSU archaeology professor and author Dr. William Taylor will join us to share a revolutionary account of horses and humanity’s ancient past – and what our relationship means for the future of the world around us. Dr. Taylor’s new book, Hoof Beats: How Horses Shaped Human History, explores how
momentous events in the story of humans and horses helped create the world we live in today. Drawing on Indigenous perspectives, ancient DNA, and new research from Mongolia to the Great Plains and beyond, Dr. Taylor will guide us through the major discoveries that have placed the horse at the origins of globalization, trade, biological exchange, and social inequality. Journey to the ancient past, bring your questions, and plan to join your neighbors for this unique One Book One Valley program. Attendees can register to attend in person in the Hondius Community Room, or online via Zoom, at estesvalleylibrary.org/1b1v.While you’re there, don’t forget to sign up for one of our two conversations with author Elizabeth Letts, the culminating programs of this year’s One Book One Valley celebration. Letts will be at the Library on Friday, January 31 and Saturday, February 1 to discuss Annie Wilkins’ story,
answer your questions, and even sign copies of her books. Space is limited so registration is required; again, visit estesvalleylibrary.org/1b1v to secure your spot. One Book One Valley is made possible by the generous members of and donors to the Friends of the Library Foundation. Join them in supporting local literacy: estesvalleylibrary.org/friends

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