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Horse People: Thoroughbred Culture in Lexington and Newmarket

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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 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 Cassidy gives us the inside track on all players in the industry - from the elite breeders and owners to the stable boys, racetrack workers, and veterinarians. She leads us through horse farms, breeding barns, and yearling sales; explains rigorous training regimens; and brings us trackside on race day. But the history of Thoroughbred racing culture is more than a collection of fascinating characters and exciting events. Cassidy's investigation reveals the factors - ethical, cultural, political, and economic - that have shaped the racing tradition.

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Ketersediaan

Informasi Detail

Judul Seri

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No. Panggil

online

Penerbit

United States of America : The Johns Hopkins Universy Press., 2007

Deskripsi Fisik

208 p.

Bahasa

English

ISBN/ISSN

0-8018-8703-8

Klasifikasi

NONE

Tipe Isi

text

Tipe Media

electronic

Tipe Pembawa

online resource

Edisi

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Subjek

Horse racing
Kentucky Lexington
Newmarket
Thoroughbred horse Breeding

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