Going Forwards: An Autobiography - Tapa dura

The name of Jennie Loriston-Clarke has become a legend in the equestrian world. But behind her successes in the international dressage arena and as a trainer, breeder and producer of top-class competition horses lies the story of an extraordinary life as part of an extraordinary family. Her mother, Anne Bullen, was equally gifted as an artist and a horsewoman. She and her husband, Jack, gave Jennie a love and understanding of animals, determination and strength of character - all of which have shaped her life through its rollercoaster path of triumph and tragedy. Jennie has won medals and been honoured by the Queen. She has ridden against, and beaten, the best and made the name of Catherston Stud synonymous with the best of British breeding. She has faced heartbreak and found happiness in equally strong measures, much of which she has talked about for the first time. At the heart of her existence, there have been her horses. From the wild ponies she and her brothers and sisters tamed and rode, to her great dressage stallions and friends, Dutch Courage and his son, Dutch Gold, they have helped shape her life and her character. Her story is one that will captivate not only those who love horses, but those who want to know what makes the difference between those who let life carry them along and those who steer their own course. It is one of inspiration, success and, sometimes, survival against the odds.

Caroyln Henderson is a freelance journalist who has written for national newspapers and magazines. She is the author of more than twenty equestrian books and a novel for children, many of which were published by J.A. Allen. She is a regular contributor to the leading equestrian magazines, including Horse and Hound, Your Horse, Horse and Rider, Eventing, Horse and HQ and has been a horse owner and rider for many years.