The Little Book of Horse Racing

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

The Little Book of Horse Racing

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

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