• Open Daily: 10am - 10pm
    Alley-side Pickup: 10am - 7pm

    3038 Hennepin Ave Minneapolis, MN
    612-822-4611

Open Daily: 10am - 10pm | Alley-side Pickup: 10am - 7pm
3038 Hennepin Ave Minneapolis, MN
612-822-4611
Blooded Horses Of Colonial Days: Classic Horse Matches In America Before The Revolution (1922)

Blooded Horses Of Colonial Days: Classic Horse Matches In America Before The Revolution (1922)

Paperback

Sports GeneralFiction AnthologiesOther Animals

ISBN10: 1165906260
ISBN13: 9781165906260
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 182
Weight: 0.55
Height: 0.39 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Blooded Horses Of Colonial Days: Classic Horse Matches In America Before The Revolution is a book written by Francis Barnum Culver and first published in 1922. The book provides a comprehensive account of the horse racing scene in America during the colonial era, before the American Revolution. The author begins by discussing the origins of horse racing in America and the various breeds of horses that were popular during that time. He then goes on to describe in detail some of the most famous horse races that took place in the colonies, including races between horses from Virginia and New York, as well as races between American and British horses.The book also includes profiles of some of the most famous horses of the era, including the legendary stallion, Bulle Rock, and the mare, Selima, who was brought to America from England and became one of the most successful racehorses of her time.Throughout the book, Culver provides vivid descriptions of the races, the horses, and the people involved, painting a fascinating picture of the early days of horse racing in America. He also explores the cultural and social significance of horse racing in colonial America, and the role it played in the lives of the people who participated in and watched these races.Overall, Blooded Horses Of Colonial Days is a fascinating and informative book that provides a unique glimpse into a little-known aspect of American history. It will appeal to anyone interested in horses, racing, or the history of early America.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.

Also in

Fiction Anthologies