Jockeys, Crooks And Kings: The Story Of Winnie O'Connor's Life As Told To Earl Chapin May

By Earl Chapin May

Book Overview

Jockeys, Crooks and Kings is a biographical book that tells the story of the life of Winnie O'Connor, as narrated to Earl Chapin May. Winnie O'Connor was a renowned jockey who made a name for herself in the male-dominated world of horse racing. The book takes the reader through her journey, from her childhood in rural Ireland to her rise as one of the most successful jockeys of her time.The book also delves into the darker side of horse racing, with Winnie encountering crooks and gamblers who tried to take advantage of her talent. Despite these challenges, she remained determined to succeed and became a role model for many aspiring female jockeys.The book also explores Winnie's personal life, including her relationships with various men, including kings and princes. Through it all, Winnie remained fiercely independent and refused to conform to societal expectations.Written by Earl Chapin May, Jockeys, Crooks and Kings is a compelling and inspiring story of a woman who defied the odds and made her mark in a male-dominated industry. With its vivid descriptions and engaging narrative, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in horse racing, women's history, or tales of triumph over adversity.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 116314133X
• ISBN13: 9781163141335
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 228 Pages
• Weight: 0.68 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"