Product Description

There is something for every follower of the turf in "The Horse Racing Miscellany". The history of horse racing dates back to the eighteenth century and the major races remain an integral part of the British and Irish sporting calendar. Within these pages, the reader will learn hundreds of fascinating facts about both flat racing and steeple-chasing, covering a range of topics from horses, jockeys, owners and trainers to racetracks and betting coups. "The Horse Racing Miscellany" contains biographies of racing personalities - both human and equine, lists of winners, famous quotations, racing records and much more. It will bring hours of reading pleasure to all lovers of the "Sport of Kings."

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #44265 in Books
• Published on: 2009-04-02
• Original language: English
• Binding: Hardcover
• 144 pages

About the Author
John White is a lifelong sports fanatic who has dedicated his spare time, and his computer, to compiling an impressively comprehensive database of sporting facts and figures. He is the author of all eleven of the Carlton Sports Miscellanies. He lives in Co. Down, Northern Ireland.