Publisher's Synopsis
A Great Year: Lord Glanely's Horses (1921) is a book written by Alfred Edward Thomas Watson. The book is a comprehensive account of the horse racing season of 1920, which was a particularly successful year for Lord Glanely's horses. The book covers the major races of the year, including the Epsom Derby and the Grand National, and provides detailed descriptions of the horses, jockeys, and trainers involved in each race.The book also includes a history of Lord Glanely's breeding program, which was renowned for producing some of the finest racehorses of the time. Watson provides insights into the training methods used by Lord Glanely's trainers, as well as the strategies employed by the jockeys who rode his horses.In addition to the racing coverage, A Great Year: Lord Glanely's Horses (1921) also provides a glimpse into the social and political context of the time. The book includes anecdotes about the high society figures who attended the races, as well as commentary on the state of the racing industry in the aftermath of World War I.Overall, A Great Year: Lord Glanely's Horses (1921) is a fascinating and informative book for anyone interested in the history of horse racing or the social and cultural context of the early 20th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
