The Noble Animals: A Look into the Past of Events of the Turf at Saratoga, New York

Manning, Landon

Published by Lamdon Manning, 1973

About this Item

"The Nobe Animals" attempts to trace the early growth of racing in Saratoga. For the first time is published a detailed account of SSaratoga's first horse race, won by the old grey mare, Lady Suffolk, at the new harness track in 1847. Landon Manning, long-time turf editor of The Saratogian, spent over two years in research at libraries and museums trying to penetrate the mist of early history to find out who the principal backers of this initial race meeting were. SIGNED by the author, Landon Manning, on the title page. Illustrated with black and white photos. First Edition, First Printing. Fine hardcover in a very good, mylar covered, unclipped dust jacket. The pictures on the listing page are of the actual book for sale. Always carefully packaged and shipped quickly.

Seller Inventory # 002790

Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Noble Animals: A Look into the Past of Events of the Turf at Saratoga, New York
• Publisher: Lamdon Manning
• Publication Date: 1973
• Language: English
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: 1st Edition
• Printing: 1st Printing
• Condition: Fine
• Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good
• Signed: Signed by Author(s)