Horse People: Thoroughbred Culture in Lexington and Newmarket
(Part of the Animals, History, Culture Series)
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The world of Thoroughbred racing is glamorous, secretive, dangerous, and seductive--the sport of kings and the poor man's obsession. While the spectacle of racing stirs the imagination, it belies the ruthless business that lies beneath. This engaging original study demystifies this complex world by comparing centers of excellence in Britain and North America. Drawing from intensive field work in Suffolk's Newmarket and Kentucky's Lexington, Rebecca...
Format:Hardcover
Language:English
ISBN:0801887038
ISBN13:9780801887031
Release Date:December 2007
Publisher:Johns Hopkins University Press
Length:224 Pages
Weight:1.00 lbs.
Dimensions:0.7" x 6.1" x 9.2"
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