Arkle: The Legend of 'Himself' - Couverture rigide

Holland, Anne

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9781847175489: Arkle: The Legend of 'Himself'

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ISBN 10 : 1847175481 ISBN 13 : 9781847175489

Editeur : O'Brien Press Ltd, 2013

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In 1964 Arkle's first-place finish in the Cheltenham Gold Cup was the first big win by Ireland's most celebrated racehorse: the horse by which all others are measured. Fifty years on from the start of his incredible career - which included wins in the Cheltenham Gold Cup (three times), Irish Grand National, Hennessy Gold Cup, King George VI Chase and Punchestown Gold Cup - Anne Holland looks at Arkle's life and legend through the eyes of those who knew him best. She describes Arkle's career, his incredible wins, and the people involved with him, interviewing many of his connections, including Jim Dreaper, Paddy Woods, Tom Taaffe, sculptor Emma McDermott, the Baker family and others. Arkle was a star - the story goes that he received items of fan mail addressed to 'Himself, Ireland' - and this is a well-researched and intimate portrait of a legendary horse. 'be prepared to be surprised' Jim Dreaper Praise for Winners All 'tells each story with clarity and is well worth its place in any racing aficionado's library' Sky Sports

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In 1964 Arkle's win in the Cheltenham Gold Cup marked the first big highlight of Ireland's most legendary racehorse: the horse all others are measured. Fifty years on from his incredible wins, including the Cheltenham Gold Cup (three times), Irish Grand National, Hennessy Gold Cup, King George VI Chase and Punchestown Gold Cup, Anne Holland looks at Arkle's legendary success, which has never been surpassed. Often referred to simply as 'Himself', the story goes that he received items of fan mail addressed to 'Himself, Ireland'. Anne Holland's biography outlines Arkle's career, incredible wins, people involved with him including Jim Dreaper, Paddy Woods, Tom Taffe, sculptor Emma MacDermott, the Baker family, and others, and the ongoing interest in this legendary horse. be prepared to be surprised Jim Dreaper

Biographie de l'auteur :

Anne Holland was a successful amateur rider who once rode at Aintree on Grand National day. She has written many books on horse-racing including Steeplechasing: A Celebration, The Grand National: The Irish At Aintree and All in the Blood.

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