| Title:
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A YEAR AT THE RACES
REFLECTIONS ON HORSES, HUMANS, LOVE, MONEY, AND LUCK |
| By: |
Jane Smiley |
| Format: |
Electronic book text |
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£7.99 |
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| ISBN 10: |
0571305652 |
| ISBN 13: |
9780571305650 |
| Publisher: |
FABER & FABER |
| Pub. date: |
7 August, 2014 |
| Description: |
Draws upon author's knowledge to examine the horse on all levels - practical, theoretical and emotional. Drawing on the wisdom of trainers, vets, jockeys and a real-life horse whisperer, the author adds an element of drama and suspense as two of her own horses begin their careers at the racetrack. |
| Synopsis: |
Pulitzer Prize-winning author Jane Smiley draws upon her first-hand knowledge to examine the horse on all levels - practical, theoretical and emotional. Drawing on the wisdom of trainers, vets, jockeys and a real-life horse whisperer, Smiley adds an element of drama and suspense as two of her own horses begin their careers at the racetrack. As the horses get closer to the winner's circle, we are enchanted, enthralled and informed about what it's really like to own, train and root for a racehorse. |
| Publication: |
UK |
| Imprint: |
Faber & Faber Non-Fiction |
| Returns: |
Non-returnable |