Item despatched quickly and as described, but damaged in transit due to plastic wrap packaging being inadequate protection. The first novel, The Junkyard Dog is rated near fine on condition because of a slight yellowing; The 600 Pound Gorilla is in fine condition.

Impetus for the book was the Brussels funeral procession of Albert VII (1559-1621), Archduke of Austria, who in 1598 had married the Infanta Isabella, daughter of King Phillip II of Spain, who appointed them co-governors of the Spanish Low Countries. Read more about the condition Very Good: A book that has been read and does not look new, but is in excellent condition. Anyway, this little chestnut horse finally couldn’t stand his current rider’s rough handling and he reared up and flipped over.Seller has stated it will dispatch the item within 1 working day upon receipt of cleared payment - opens in a new window or tab .

Just before the cameras rolled, Stewart took Pie aside and whispered to the horse for several minutes, giving him instructions for the scene.

Jimmy Stewart has inspired many, but I never knew about Pie til I watched The Far Country and heard Ben Mankeowitz talk about him on TCM. When Stewart let the horse go, Pie walked perfectly down the middle of the street, to his trainer who was waiting with a sugar cube just out of camera range. I feel that the strength of my relationship with my Pie was inspired by the story of Jimmy Stewart and his Pie.