THE PERFECT RIDE. [Signed Copy]

Stevens, Gary; and Kaufman, Mervyn

ISBN 10: 0806523611 / ISBN 13: 9780806523613

Published by Citadel Press, New York. NY, 2002

About this Item

This work is the autobiography of Gary Stevens, jockey, wherein he recounts the extreme highs and devastating lows of a stellar career that has spanned two decades and taken him around the world on the backs of some of the sport's greatest horses. The book contains photographs, a list of "Gary's Greatest Rides", a glossary, and an index. This HARDCOVER copy is clean and solid. SIGNED BY THE AUTHOR, inscribed on the FFEP.

Seller Inventory # 022273

Bibliographic Details

• Title: THE PERFECT RIDE. [Signed Copy]
• Publisher: Citadel Press, New York. NY
• Publication Date: 2002
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0806523611
• ISBN 13: 9780806523613
• Binding: Cloth
• Edition: First Edition First Printing
• Printing: 1st Printing
• Condition: Near Fine
• Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine
• Signed: Signed by Author(s)

About this title

Synopsis

A renowned jockey and member of the Horse Racing Hall of Fame details his own extraordinary racing career while providing a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the exciting world of horse racing, taking readers into the inner sanctum of the owners, trainers, and jockeys. 10,000 first printing.

About the Author

Gary Stevens fell in love with horseracing at age 12 and won his first Kentucky Derby at age 25, aboard the three-year-old filly Winning Colors. It was a wire-to-wire win and a stunning triumph - one of many in Stevens' award- and injury-studded career. He is a member of the Horse Racing Hall of Fame and the recipient of the prestigious Eclipse Award.