A Kingdom for a Horse: The Legacy of R.A. Alexander and Woodburn Farms

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One of the crucial remarkable books about the horse industry that has ever been published. Discover for yourself the engaging drama that gave birth to the kingdom for the horse. You’re going to learn about the genesis of the American horse pedigree system – the genius of one mans devotion to quality keep watch over and exceptional care in pure bred animals – the terrifying raids all the way through the Civil War on Woodburn by one of the most countrys most notorious outlaws and the vigorous chase by union forces to recuperate stolen horses – a romantic visit to one corner of the virgin Bluegrass where a noble Scotsman developed the pedigree system that created a number of the first horse reacing giants in The united states – a striking documentation of lingering influences of the Alexander family and their rich heritage including two modern day governors and other important latest breeders. It’ll etch into your memory the unforgettable events that make the beginnings of great American horse racing as refreshing as a good day at the track.

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