History of horse racing - David Myers

Horseracing has stood the test of time as a great sporting spectacle, with the capacity to stir deep emotions in the enthusiast. It remains as popular now as it was over 400 years ago, when the first official meeting took place in Britain.

The sight of a thoroughbred displaying enormous courage in the heat of a contest intrigues everyone from the occasional fan to the professional punter, and even the Royal Family, while the outcome is never predictable. No one can forsee the result of a race, not even the bookmaker! There are too many variables, enough to baffle the finest mind.

This book offers the chance to ride in racing's very own time machine, visiting the most significant points in its long history. Revealed are the most picturesque venues, richest races, oldest racecourses, greatest battles and famous horses. It is a must read for any horseracing enthusiast.