Reg-ulars, who journey to the tracic Day after day, through sun and storm, your favorites to back; To all ye pleasure lovingsouls, who caj-e not for the gameS omuch as for the tJ irilling sport but play it just the same; To all ye worthy owners, who run races on the square A bout the other kind of course I really do not care; To all ye great officials, stewards, judges powers immense Also ye mighty starters and ye rail birds on the fence; To all ye jolly bookmakers, who work so hard to get A very small percentage from the public who will bet; To all ye journalistic scribes, who for the papers write Those full reports in which the sporting public delight; To all ye anxious trainers, who use so much care and thought That your charges to fhe post in prime condition may be brought; To all ye gallant pigskin knights, who give a straightout ride And always try to win, whatever horse ye may bestride; To all ye careful hostlers, rubbers-down and stable boj-s, And everybody else that this grand enterprise employs; To all ye students who delve deep in records, form and dopes, To whom aG ood-win is a thing on wQ iich ye pin your hopes; To all ye winsome fair ones, who delight to view the races, And brighten up the grand stand with your toilets and your faces; tI nshort to everey one who loves the sport of kings so great.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book is a compelling and comprehensive look at the golden age of thoroughbred racing, a time when legendary horses, jockeys, and trainers captivated the nation. The author provides a vivid historical account of the sport, detailing the rivalries, triumphs, and scandals that shaped its development. At the heart of the book is an exploration of the complex relationship between humans and horses. The author delves into the psychology of both species, examining the bonds formed between them and the challenges they face in a world where both glory and heartbreak are intertwined. This book is not just a nostalgic look back at a bygone era, but also a thoughtful meditation on the enduring power of the human spirit. Through the stories of these extraordinary horses and the men who rode them, the author illuminates the themes of perseverance, determination, and the indomitable will to succeed against all odds. 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 9781333260422_0
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