The Little Book of Horse Racing

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Publisher's Synopsis

Do you know what the oldest horse race in Britain is, where the term 'gee-gee' comes from, or who is credited with bringing racing to Ascot? Fact-packed but light-hearted in style, this reliable reference book and quirky guide reveals little-known facts, details of classic races, famous riders, racing records, amusing anecdotes and criminal goings-on. A compendium of the fascinating, strange and entertaining, The Little Book of Horse Racing can be dipped into time and time again to reveal something new about this ancient sport.

Book information

ISBN: 9781845888190
Publisher: The History Press
Imprint: The History Press Ireland
Pub date:
DEWEY: 798.400941
DEWEY edition: 23
Language: English
Number of pages: 143
Weight: 274g
Height: 199mm
Width: 146mm
Spine width: 17mm