Harness Racing in New York State: : A History of Trotters, Tracks and Horsemen by Dean Hoffman (2012, Trade Paperback)
Arcadia Publishing (36495)
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In the nineteenth century, harness racing attracted spectators from all walks of life. The sport reached its peak when the spectacular Roosevelt Raceway opened in 1957. Join Hoffman as he sheds light on one of New York's most venerable sports traditions.
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Product Identifiers
PublisherArcadia Publishing
ISBN-101609496043
ISBN-139781609496043
eBay Product ID (ePID)117190966
Product Key Features
Book TitleHarness Racing in New York State: : a History of Trotters, Tracks and Horsemen
Number of Pages128 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicHorse Racing, United States / State & Local / Middle Atlantic (DC, De, Md, NJ, NY, Pa), Equestrian, Subjects & Themes / Sports, Animals / Horses, General
Publication Year2012
IllustratorYes
GenreNature, Sports & Recreation, Photography, Biography & Autobiography, History
AuthorDean Hoffman
Book SeriesSports Ser.
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.3 in
Item Weight7.7 Oz
Item Length9 in
Item Width6 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN2012-029006
Dewey Edition23
Dewey Decimal798.4009747/1
SynopsisSince the eager stallion Messenger trotted off a boat from Europe in 1788, harness racing in America has been a popular sport, and nowhere is this truer than New York State. In the nineteenth century, harness racing attracted spectators from all walks of life. An 1823 race was so popular that businesses adjourned for the day to watch it. The sport reached its peak when the spectacular Roosevelt Raceway opened in 1957. Dean Hoffman offers an in-depth history of the sport's evolution in the Empire State, from the drivers and breeding to betting, legislation and accounts of the most exciting races. Join Hoffman as he sheds light on one of New York's most venerable sports traditions., Discover the Thrilling History of Empire State Harness Racing. Since the eager stallion Messenger trotted off a boat from Europe in 1788, harness racing in America has been a popular sport, and nowhere is this truer than New York State. In the nineteenth century, harness racing attracted spectators from all walks of life. An 1823 race was so popular that businesses adjourned for the day to watch it. The sport reached its peak when the spectacular Roosevelt Raceway opened in 1957. Dean Hoffman offers an in-depth history of the sport's evolution in the Empire State, from the drivers and breeding to betting, legislation and accounts of the most exciting races. Join Hoffman as he sheds light on one of New York's most venerable sports traditions. Book jacket.