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Catherine Sampson is a Canadian writer and Morgan Horse breeder and trainer whose work centers around the equine community. Her memoirs, Between the Irons published by IUniverse was released in late December, 2010. Biography

Catherine Sampson was born in a small northern Ontario community in Canada. She spent her early youth there discovering and following her passion for horses. Her family's move to southern Ontario allowed her the opportunity to continue her life-long journey in this field. Over the years, Catherine and her husband Robert, created the Trillium Morgan Horse Farm and its entity the Trillium Equine Complex. After 22 years in the public sector with the Ontario Government and many years in the private sector, Catherine retired to the farm. Her career in the public and private sector was beneficial in honing her writing skills as an author. Her work on equine health and training issues has been published in numerous equestrian magazines including Equus, Horse Talk, Horse-Canada and others.

Work

Between the Irons is a story that spans the continents, from the northern timberland in Canada to the south of Spain, and on to the wilds of Africa. Follow Catherine's trail of euphoria, fear, tragedy, and resolution: a trail that continues into today as she educates and inspires future riders.

Catherine Sampson's devotion to horses and her quest to understand them on a personal level are revealed in this story of an equestrian's metamorphosis. On the journey from naive beginner to master trainer, an awakening occurs that culminates in a life-altering spiritual bond and a remarkable career.

Bibliography

Between the Irons (2010) ISBN 9781450260923