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Horse People: Thoroughbred Culture in Lexington and Newmarket (Animals, History, Culture)

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The world of Thoroughbred racing is glamorous, secretive, dangerous, and seductive―the game of kings and the poor man’s obsession. At the same time as the spectacle of racing stirs the imagination, it belies the ruthless business that lies beneath.

This engaging original look at demystifies this complex world by comparing centers of excellence in Britain and North The united states. Drawing from intensive field work in Suffolk’s Newmarket and Kentucky’s Lexington, Rebecca Cassidy gives us the news on all players within the industry―from the elite breeders and owners to the stable boys, racetrack staff, and veterinarians. She leads us through horse farms, breeding barns, and yearling sales; explains rigorous training regimens; and brings us trackside on race day.

But the history of Thoroughbred racing culture is more than a selection of fascinating characters and exciting events. Cassidy’s investigation reveals the standards―ethical, cultural, political, and economic―that experience shaped the racing tradition.


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