Horse People
Cassidy, Rebecca Louise (Goldsmiths College, University of London)
The world of Thoroughbred racing is glamorous, secretive, dangerous, and seductive--the sport of kings and the poor man's obsession. While the spectacle of racing stirs the imagination, it belies the ruthless business that lies beneath.This engaging original study demystifies this complex world by comparing centers of excellence in Britain and North America. Drawing from intensive field work in Suffolk's Newmarket and Kentucky's Lexington, Reb...