Kings of the Turf (Classic Reprint): Memoirs and Anecdotes of Distinguished Owners, Backers, Trainers, and Jockeys Who Have Figured on the British Turf With Memorable Achievements of Famous Horses - Couverture souple

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9781332883837: Kings of the Turf (Classic Reprint): Memoirs and Anecdotes of Distinguished Owners, Backers, Trainers, and Jockeys Who Have Figured on the British Turf With Memorable Achievements of Famous Horses

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ISBN 10 : 1332883834 ISBN 13 : 9781332883837

Editeur : Forgotten Books, 2018

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Explore the kings of the turf through memoirs and anecdotes that shaped British racing.

This classic volume gathers portraits, stories, and lively sketches of the owners, trainers, backers, and jockeys who left their mark on the sport.

Thormanby’s work blends character, humor, and a sense of racing society’s passions. It intertwines vivid portraits with entertaining side-lights on the Turf, its patrons, and the era that defined it. Rich with anecdote and context, the book offers a window into a world where personality and performance collided on the racecourse and in the room where decisions were made.

32 illustrated portraits accompany the narratives and bring the figures to life.
Behind-the-scenes anecdotes illuminate rivalries, strategies, and the social fabric of the sport.
A historical panorama of British racing leaders, from champions to characters, across a pivotal era.
A window into the traditions, manners, and ambitions that defined the sport of kings.

Ideal for readers who love racing history, biographies of influential figures, and the colorful culture surrounding the sport.

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�diteur: Forgotten Books
Date d'�dition: 2018
Langue: anglais
ISBN 10: 1332883834
ISBN 13: 9781332883837
Reliure: Broch�
Nombre de pages: 454
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Kings of the Turf (Classic Reprint)

Thormanby

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ISBN 10 : 1332883834 ISBN 13 : 9781332883837

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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. Enter the seductive world of British horse racing royalty in the 19th century in this fascinating book. From peers to commoners, jockeys to trainers, and backers to hackers, this book features captivating tales about the men who made the 'Sport of Kings' their own. Discover how Lord George Bentinck transformed the sport through his reforms and determination to rid it of foul play. Meet John Gully, the former prize-fighter who became a renowned bookmaker and owner of the famous Derby winner Mameluke. Witness the rise of Robert Ridsdale, who overcame humble beginnings to become a respected figure in the racing world. The author illuminates the lives and accomplishments of these legendary figures, providing a glimpse into the captivating world of British horse racing and its pivotal characters. 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 r�f. du vendeur 9781332883837_0

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