Against Time is a novel written by Alexander Innes Shand in 1870. The story is set in the mid-19th century and follows the life of a young protagonist named Julian Home. Julian is a talented athlete and a skilled horseman who is determined to win the famous steeplechase race in England. However, his dreams are shattered when he is diagnosed with a severe heart condition that threatens his life.Despite his condition, Julian refuses to give up on his...