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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book is a comprehensive and erudite examination of the history and evolution of sporting horses. The author charts the emergence and development of Thoroughbreds in the context of 17th- and 18th-century British culture and explores how the foundation sires of the breed shaped racing from running to bloodlines to jockey and betting culture. Thematic analysis of key figures and events in the sport exposes the interplay of gambling, social status, breeding science, and equine anatomy and physiology in shaping the Thoroughbred as we know it today. Through meticulous research and insightful commentary, this book is essential reading for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the history, cultural significance, and enduring legacy of racing and Thoroughbred horseracing. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9780282259617_0
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