Observations On Breeding For The Turf: Containing Also Remarks On The Comparative Excellence Of The English Racehorse Of The Present Day And Former Ti (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781437112306)

""Observations On Breeding For The Turf"" is a book written by Nicholas Hanckey Smith in 1825. The book provides a comprehensive analysis of horse breeding for the purpose of horse racing. The author discusses the various factors that go into breeding a successful racehorse, including bloodlines, conformation, and temperament. He also compares the English racehorse of his time to those of earlier periods, highlighting the changes and improvements that have taken place over the years. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in horse breeding, especially for those involved in the horse racing industry. It provides insights into the history of horse racing and the evolution of the English racehorse. Overall, ""Observations On Breeding For The Turf"" is a fascinating read for anyone interested in horses and their breeding.With An Account Of The Foreign Stallions And Mares Imported Into England, And The Performances Of Their Produce On The Turf, Etc.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: Nicholas Hanckey Smith
ISBN-10: 1437112307
ISBN-13: 9781437112306
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 10/01/2008
Pages: 316
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.93lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.66d