The Kentucky Derby, Preakness and Belmont Stakes: A Comprehensive History

By Richard Sowers

This is the definitive history of thoroughbred racing's three premier events, which have never before been explored in such detail. This book gives the history of America's classic races from the inaugural Belmont Stakes in 1867 through 2013, identifying which equine participants were truly worthy of lasting acclaim and which were one-hit wonders. Perhaps even more compelling are the stories of the men and women who rode, trained, owned, or bred classic winners, including their exploits on the turf and their triumphs and failures in arenas far removed from horse racing.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0786476982
• ISBN13: 9780786476985
• Release Date: March 2014
• Publisher: McFarland & Company
• Length: 528 Pages
• Weight: 2.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 8.5" x 10.9"
• Age Range: 18 years and up
• Grade Range: Postsecondary and higher