Publisher's Synopsis
Shimmer Of Silk: A Volume Of Melbourne Cup Stories (1893) is a book written by Robert Percy Whitworth. The book is a collection of stories about the Melbourne Cup, which is a famous horse racing event held annually in Melbourne, Australia. The stories in the book are fictional but are based on real-life events that took place during the Melbourne Cup races. The book covers different aspects of the event, including the horses, jockeys, owners, and spectators. The stories are written in a captivating and engaging style, making the book an enjoyable read for anyone interested in horse racing or Australian history. Overall, Shimmer Of Silk is a fascinating book that offers a unique perspective on one of Australia's most iconic sporting events.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.
