Publisher's Synopsis
There is something for every follower of the turf in The Horse Racing Miscellany. The history of horse racing dates back to the eighteenth century and the major races remain an integral part of the British and Irish sporting calendar. Within these pages, the reader will learn hundreds of fascinating facts about both flat racing and steeplechasing, covering a range of topics from horses, jockeys, owners, and trainers to racetracks and betting coups. The Horse Racing Miscellany contains biographies of racing personalities-both human and equine, lists of winners, famous quotations, racing records, and much more.
