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Prince of Jockeys: The Life of Isaac Burns Murphy

by Prince of Jockeys: The Life of Isaac Burns Murphy

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Isaac Burns Murphy (1861-1896) was one of the most dynamic jockeys of his era. Still considered one of the finest riders of all time, Murphy was the first jockey to win the Kentucky Derby three times, and his 44 percent win record remains unmatched. Despite his success, Murphy was pushed out of Thoroughbred racing when African American jockeys were forced off the track, and he died in obscurity. In The Prince of Jockeys: The Life of Isaac Burns Murphy, author Pellom McDaniels III offers the fir

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  • University Press of Kentu Brand
  • Oct 22, 2013 Pub Date:
  • 9780813142715 ISBN-13:
  • 0813142717 ISBN-10:
  • English Language
  • 9.21 in * 1.38 in * 6.14 in Dimensions:
  • 2 lb Weight: