Author | : Anne Holland |
File Size | : 55,9 Mb |
Publisher | : The History Press |
Language | : English |
Release Date | : 06 October 2014 |
ISBN | : 9780750958288 |
Pages | : 145 pages |
The Little Book of Horse Racing by Anne Holland Book PDF Summary
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.