Author: Eva Jolene Boyd
Publisher: Eclipse Press
Keywords: legends, thoroughbred, assault
Number of Pages: 173
Published: 2004-10-01
List price: $24.95
ISBN-10: 1581501072
ISBN-13: 9781581501070

The story of the Texas-bred horse who became a racing star in 1946, the year of his Triple Crown win. Injured as a baby, Assault walked with a limp for the rest of his life, but when he ran he was pure speed and grace.

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Publisher: Eclipse Press
Keywords: color, living, horses
Number of Pages: 224
Published: 2009-11-15
List price: $29.95
ISBN-10: 1581502176
ISBN-13: 9781581502176

Horses: In Living Color captures equines ranging from paint-colored miniature horses to towering rich bay Clydesdales and includes the rare spotted Knabstrupper, whose numbers in the United States are estimated at 100. Livingston handles each subject with immense respect and admiration. One painterly portrait captures three white Thoroughbred mares jogging through the brush in Oregon’s desert land, while in another, a coal-black Friesian mare whose mane nearly reaches the ground, curiously eyes the photographer.

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Publisher: Eclipse Press
Keywords: moments, top, racing, horse
Number of Pages: 256
Published: 2006-05-25
List price: $24.95
ISBN-10: 1581501390
ISBN-13: 9781581501391

Some of horse racing’s most respected authorities looked at feats of greatness, world records, legendary rivalries, and innovations to rank the sport’s top 100 moments. They weighed individual accomplishments against industry initiatives, innovations against lucky breaks to come up with the definitive list. They pondered Secretariat’s 31-length Belmont Stakes victory, Smarty Jones’ elusive Triple Crown, the creation of the Breeders’ Cup, and advancements in equine surgery. Racing’s top 100 list will generate debate for years to come, just as did the ranking

Author: Lucy Heckman
Publisher: Eclipse Press
Keywords: legends, thoroughbred, damascus
Number of Pages: 157
Published: 2004-04-01
List price: $24.95
ISBN-10: 1581501110
ISBN-13: 9781581501117

Damascus ranked as one of the superstars of the memorable era of horse racing in the late 1960s. He thrilled fans with his trademark sweeping move on the far turn and relentless stretch run that left his opponents floundering. Trained by the legendary Frank Whiteley and ridden regularly by Hall of Famer Bill Shoemaker, Damascus earned his place in history by defeating champions Dr. Fager and Buckpasser in the 1967 Woodward Stakes, known as the Race of the Century.

Author: Barbara D Livingston
Publisher: Eclipse Press
Keywords: saratoga, livingston, barbara
Number of Pages: 219
Published: 2005-08-01
List price: $34.95
ISBN-10: 1581501293
ISBN-13: 9781581501292

Livingston’s heart-felt images and words capture a Saratoga alive with history, tradition, and beauty.

Author: T A Landers
Publisher: Eclipse Press
Keywords: handling, equine, athlete, feeding, grooming, care, racehorse, guide, professional
Number of Pages: 303
Published: 2006-04-01
List price: $19.95
ISBN-10: 1581501358
ISBN-13: 9781581501353

Taking care of a racehorse involves many facets - from keeping the horse happy to recognizing any signs of lameness to knowing how to muck a stall. Author T.A. Landers, a former master groom turned trainer, breaks down all aspects of racehorse care in a clear, concise, and comprehensive manner that will leave the reader with more confidence in handling these magnificent animals. Professional Care of the Racehorse provides photographs and detailed explanations of grooming, feeding, restraining, tacking, and handling racehorses. The book also explains the necessary equipment and its proper use a

Author: Edward L Bowen
Publisher: Eclipse Press
Keywords: times, modern, mares, volume, matriarchs
Number of Pages: 237
Published: 2008-10-01
List price: $39.95
ISBN-10: 1581501951
ISBN-13: 9781581501957

Matriarchs, Volume II: More Great Mares of Modern Times is another, completely new book that continues he same focus as the out-of-print previous title, Matriarchs: Great Mares of the 20th Century. Matriarchs, Vol. II features all-new profiles of 24 great mares that have had a profound impact on American Thoroughbred. Their offspring include Kentucky Derby winners Funny Cide and Fusaichi Pegasus, as well as numerous international champions.