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.
ISBN: | 9781845888190 |
Publisher: | The History Press |
Imprint: | The History Press Ireland |
Published date: | 06 Oct 2014 |
DEWEY: | 798.400941 |
DEWEY edition: | 23 |
Language: | English |
Number of pages: | 143 |
Weight: | 274g |
Height: | 199mm |
Width: | 146mm |
Spine width: | 17mm |