• The Man Who Listens to Horses

  • By: Monty Roberts
  • Narrated by: Ed Sala
  • Length: 11 hrs and 16 mins
  • 4.8 out of 5 stars (230 ratings)

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The Man Who Listens to Horses

By: Monty Roberts
Narrated by: Ed Sala
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Publisher's summary

Monty Roberts has traveled the world working with difficult horses. He has trained Queen Elizabeth's yearlings, jittery stallions on movie sets, and million-dollar race horses. In each case, he controls the animal without using force or inflicting pain. 

Monty's father, a traditional horse trainer, had taught his son to dominate a horse in order to "break" it. But when he was 13, Monty made a discovery that changed his life. As he watched a mare tame a rebellious colt, Monty saw that she was speaking to it through eye and body movements. Astonished, Monty realized that he could train horses by using their language, speaking to them in ways that would form trust and understanding. 

Developing techniques based on what he learned from the horses around him, Monty embarked on a remarkable career - one that would bring him international fame as the real Horse Whisperer. Now, in his own words, he shares the story of his memorable life. 

An immediate best seller, The Man Who Listens to Horses is filled with courage, compassion, and Roberts' vast affection for his best friend, the horse.

©1996, 1997 Monty Roberts (P)1998 Recorded Books

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Great read/listen for any horse lover

I thought this book might be more of a didactic read but found the story surprisingly engaging. Monty Roberts is a legend but I knew little of his teachings and less about his life. Highly recommended for anyone interested in horses and animal behavior.

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A wonderful story.

This is an excellent story, and a true story. Well performed. Be sure to listen to the appendix.

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magical from beginning to end

I loved this, was completely gripped from start to finish. It was touching and compelling.

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loved the story mine and the narrator was the best

I love this story with how he came to do his work and it includes a how to at the back.

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AWESOME! Another PERFECT horseman-horse audiobook.

Just awesome. The narration is PERFECT. Monty's story is heart-stirring and unforgetable, The story is amazing and highly relatable. Having lived in California, I can relate all the more. Highly recommend this audiobook if you love horses. Monty's story is incredible. Just great.

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Great book for all people

life wisdom on all aspect
A man who learned from horses to better his life and theirs.

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A blueprint for all relationships

I did join up with my Warlander. Trainer called me a horse whisperer. Thanks Monty.

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Inspiration

it was interesting. I wish it explained in more detail, how to read horses. I did learn from it. I live in an area where the old cowboy way is still prominent. I much prefer this style and need guidance. I did not grow up around horses and have only had one for 2 yrs now. I love it . The people around me however, sound like Monty's father. I'm glad he shared his story. it gives me hope and I will continue to look for someone like Monty to train myself, so I may learn to talk too and establish a partnership with my horse.

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If you can get thru the introduction ....

The narrator and tone for the introduction (and last chapter) almost had me returning the book immediately. Hated it. Once you get into the book it gets much better, however I have come to learn at least 50% of it is BS. Still a pretty good story though!

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A big story full of amazing smaller stories .

This life of a unique and inspirational man is unbelievably believable. My personal favorite sub story in this book was the communication with deer! So interesting!
When he talks about his dad; I wished I could give a comforting hug to the boy inside the man.

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