He did not let Nagger see his fear.

He was taking the greatest risk he had ever run.
The break in the wall led to a ledge, and the ledge dropped from step to step, and these had bare, slippery slants between.

Nagger was splendid on a bad trail.

He had methods peculiar to his huge build and great weight.

He crashed down over the stone steps, both front hoofs at once.