Excerpt from Fasig's Tales of the Turf With Memoir: In Which Is Included a History of the Cleveland, Driving Park, a Review of the Grand Circuit, How the Gentlemen's Driving Club of Cleveland Was Started, and a Sketch of Fasig's Sale Business
The trotting shall be governed by the rules of the National Trotting Association, and the running by the rules of the Cincinnati Jockey Club Association.
A horse distancing the field shall only be entitled to first premium.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of harness racing in the latter half of the 19th century, a period when this sport was a true national obsession in America. The author, a prominent figure in the racing world, takes us behind the scenes of this exciting era, sharing his personal experiences and insights into the personalities, rivalries, and triumphs that shaped the sport's development. We encounter legendary horses like Goldsmith Maid and Dexter, and witness the rise of the Grand Circuit, a series of prestigious race meetings that became a defining feature of the era. Beyond the excitement of the track, the book delves into the social and economic context of harness racing, exploring the passion for the sport that transcended class boundaries and the ways in which the trotter, as the author emphasizes, contributed to the nation's wealth and well-being. This intimate portrait of a bygone era offers a unique perspective on American culture and the enduring appeal of competitive sport. Through the author's vivid storytelling, readers are transported to a time when harness racing was a spectacle that captivated the nation, and we gain a deeper understanding of the American trotter's legacy. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781332284085_0
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