The British Turf and the men who have made it. Being an historical and contemporary work on racing in the British Isles from its earliest inception to the present day. With numerous engravings and half-tone illustrations including all Derby winners. .from the year 1860 to the present year, together with an international section containing articles, etc., on racing in all parts of the world

Sporting life

Published by London : The Biographical Press, 1906

About this Item

Good to very good copy in the original gilt-blocked full leather. raised bands etc., inner gilt dentelles. Spine bands and panel edges somewhat rubbed and dust-toned as with age. All edges gilt. Remains quite well-preserved overall; tight, bright, clean and strong.; 8vo 8" - 9" tall; 502 pages; Physical description; x, 502 p. : plates (part col.) & sepia toned, ports. (part col.) ; 38 cm. Subjects; Amusements - Equestrian. Horses - illustrated works. 10 Kg.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The British Turf and the men who have made it. Being an historical and contemporary work on racing in the British Isles from its earliest inception to the present day. With numerous engravings and half-tone illustrations including all Derby winners. .from the year 1860 to the present year, together with an international section containing articles, etc., on racing in all parts of the world
• Publisher: London : The Biographical Press
• Publication Date: 1906
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: First Edition.
• Weight: 10 kilograms