Harness Racing in New York State:: A History of Trotters, Tracks and Horsemen (Sports) - Softcover

Hoffman, Dean

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9781609496043: Harness Racing in New York State:: A History of Trotters, Tracks and Horsemen (Sports)
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ISBN 10: 1609496043 ISBN 13: 9781609496043
Publisher: The History Press, 2012

Synopsis

Since the eager stallion Messenger trotted off a boat from Europe in 1788, harness racing in America has been a popular sport, and nowhere is this truer than New York State. In the nineteenth century, harness racing attracted spectators from all walks of life. An 1823 race was so popular that businesses adjourned for the day to watch it. The sport reached its peak when the spectacular Roosevelt Raceway opened in 1957. Dean Hoffman offers an in-depth history of the sport's evolution in the Empire State, from the drivers and breeding to betting, legislation and accounts of the most exciting races. Join Hoffman as he sheds light on one of New York's most venerable sports traditions.

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About the Author

Dean Hoffman is a journalist in harness racing media. For more than 20 years he was the executive editor of Hoof Beats, the publication for the US Trotting Association. He has written 4 books on harness racing.

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Publisher
The History Press
Publication date
2012
Language
English
ISBN 10 
1609496043
ISBN 13 
9781609496043
Binding
Paperback
Number of pages
128
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ISBN 10:  1540231623 ISBN 13:  9781540231628
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