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Legends Of The Turf Volume 2 Rare Profiles From South African Horseracing History

by [Pretorius, Charl]

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HERE is the long-awaited second compilation of personality profiles from South African horseracing history by Charl Pretorius, a read that brims with fascinating articles and insights from his column, Legends Of The Turf, which ran for seven years in Johannesburg's morning daily, The Citizen.There's something in here for everyone - the story of Syd Laird and Sea Cottage; former Champion Jockey Andrew Fortune's battle with drugs and his incredible journey back to the top; the forgotten champ Raymond Rhodes and his association with the wonder horse Hawaii; training greats Peter Kannemeyer and Stan Greeff, and many others.Legends Of The Turf Volume 2 includes a number of vintage photographs that will bring tears to many eyes; four bonus profiles, including an interview with veteran jockey Felix Coetzee by Equus Award winner Robyn Louw, as well as Charl's absorbing account of an afternoon at the Lost City spent in the company of visiting Frankie Dettori, the flamboyant global superstar.Charl has dedicated much of his work in racing to preserving the memory of individuals (and horses) that served the sport with distinction. As always, his passion for his subjects captivates, enlightens and entertains.

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  • CreateSpace Independent P Brand
  • Feb 11, 2014 Pub Date:
  • 9781494426156 ISBN-13:
  • 1494426153 ISBN-10:
  • 148.0 pages Paperback
  • English Language
  • 9 in * 0.34 in * 6 in Dimensions:
  • 0 lb Weight: