Riding Recollections And Turf Stories (1894)

By Henry Custance

Book Overview

Riding Recollections and Turf Stories is a book written by Henry Custance and published in 1894. The book is a collection of stories and recollections from Custance's career as a jockey in the late 19th century. Custance was a well-known jockey in his time, having ridden for some of the most prominent trainers and owners in the sport.The book is divided into two parts. The first part contains Custance's recollections of his time as a jockey, including his early days in the sport, his experiences riding in races, and his interactions with other jockeys, trainers, and owners. The second part of the book contains a series of stories and anecdotes about the turf, including tales of famous horses and races, as well as some of the more colorful characters of the sport.Throughout the book, Custance provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of horse racing in the late 19th century. He describes the excitement and danger of riding in races, as well as the complex relationships between jockeys, trainers, and owners. He also provides a unique perspective on some of the most famous horses and races of his time, offering insights and anecdotes that can only come from someone who was there.Overall, Riding Recollections and Turf Stories is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of horse racing. It provides a unique and personal perspective on the sport from one of its most famous and respected jockeys.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: 110437546X
• ISBN13: 9781104375461
• Release Date: April 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing, LLC
• Length: 340 Pages
• Weight: 1.00 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"