Across The Board: Behind The Scenes Of Racing Life (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781258061616)

Across The Board: Behind The Scenes Of Racing Life is a book written by Toney Betts that delves into the world of horse racing. The book provides an in-depth look at the various aspects of the sport, from the training and care of the horses to the behind-the-scenes work of the trainers, jockeys, and other professionals involved in the industry.Betts draws on his own experiences as a racing enthusiast and journalist to provide a unique perspective on the sport. He covers a wide range of topics, including the history of horse racing, the different types of races, and the various roles of the people involved in the industry.Throughout the book, Betts also shares stories and anecdotes from his time spent at the racetrack, providing a glimpse into the excitement and drama that unfolds on race day. He also explores some of the controversies and challenges facing the industry, such as drug use and animal welfare concerns.Overall, Across The Board is a comprehensive and engaging look at the world of horse racing, offering readers a behind-the-scenes view of this exciting and complex sport.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Toney Betts
ISBN-10: 1258061619
ISBN-13: 9781258061616
Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
Language: English
Published: 07/09/2011
Pages: 338
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.46lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.88d