Step into the world of the Chincoteague ponies of Virginia's Assateague Island. From birth to Pony Penning, their stories are told in amusing detail and more than 200 color images. Find out how an orphan foal became a herd sire. Share the love story of a Maryland stallion with the Virginia mare. Whether portrayed in a painting or a photograph, the beauty of these animals will captivate you. Travel through the seasons with them as you learn about their history and living conditions and how they share their wetland environment with an array of wildlife. Learn the names of the herd members and see for yourself what it takes to survive on a wild island. This is the perfect gift for any horse lover and a great resource for animal and wildlife historians.