Tales Of The Turf (1922)

Tales Of The Turf is a book written by Hugh S. Fullerton and originally published in 1922. The book is a collection of stories about horse racing, with a focus on the people involved in the sport. The stories cover a range of topics, from the excitement of the track to the behind-the-scenes drama of the stables. The book is divided into several sections, each focusing on a different aspect of horse racing. The first section covers the history of the sport, tracing its origins back to ancient Greece and Rome. The second section focuses on the horses themselves, including stories about famous racehorses like Man o' War and Exterminator. The third section of the book is dedicated to the jockeys, trainers, and other people who make horse racing possible. Readers will learn about the intense physical and mental demands of being a jockey, as well as the skill and strategy required to train a winning racehorse. The final section of the book covers some of the most exciting races in horse racing history, including the Kentucky Derby and the Belmont Stakes. Throughout the book, Fullerton's love and passion for the sport of horse racing shines through, making it a must-read for anyone interested in the history and culture of this beloved pastime.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.