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The Complete Short Stories of Ernest Hemingway: The Finca Vigia EditionThe Complete Short Stories of Ernest Hemingway: The Finca Vigia Edition by Ernest Hemingway
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Hidden among the gems of this collection of short stories is 'My Old Man' an unforgetable story of a jockey's struggle to keep weight off in order keep riding.
Seabiscuit, the Rest of the StorySeabiscuit, the Rest of the Story by William H. Nichols
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The little horse with a big heart. Seabiscuit is all about racing and told by using a wide range of characters owners, trainers, jockeys and fans. Story is set in the 1930's and Seabiscuit wins the heart of America and gives hope to people when it was needed most.
Doc Holliday's Road to Tombstone: The Life and Times of John Henry HollidayDoc Holliday's Road to Tombstone: The Life and Times of John Henry Holliday by Tom Barnes
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Doc Holliday's horse, The Gent is the fastest horse on the grounds of the Georgia State Fair in the year of 1872. The day of the match race between a national champion and The Gent is also a day for families, picnics and games as well as judging Aunt Sally's pies and jams.
Ruffian: A Race Track RomanceRuffian: A Race Track Romance by William Nack
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One of the greatest fillies in racing history was undefeated before the race hailed as 'The battle of the sexes' in a match race that pitted Ruffian against Kentucky Derby winner Foolish Pleasure.
The Goring CollectionThe Goring Collection by Tom Barnes
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Don Bowman, Founders Group Intelligence operative and horse owner employs the same strategy used in Sir Barton's win of the Kentucky Derby in 1919.
National VelvetNational Velvet
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A classic horse racing movie starring Mickey Rooney and Elizabeth Taylor is a fine film about a horse named Pie. Good family film.
ChampionsChampions
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The movie champions with Julie Adams was adapted from a true story about a steeplechase jockey learns he has cancer and uses great courage in his battle with the disease.
Barbaro - A Nation's HorseBarbaro - A Nation's Horse
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NBC documents the short career of this Kentucky Derby winner and potential Triple Crown champion.
The Life & Times of Secretariat, an American Racing LegendThe Life & Times of Secretariat, an American Racing Legend
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The documentary features lots of footage and if you are a racing fan you'll love the story of this great champion.
Laffit: All About WinningLaffit: All About Winning
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Laffit Pincay Jr. was one of the strongest, toughest and well liked jockey's of his generation. Kevin Costner narrates the documentary with great skill.
Picking Winners: A Horseplayer's GuidePicking Winners: A Horseplayer's Guide by Andrew Beyer
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According to insiders in the racing community Beyer has written one of the most informative books on handicapping thoroughbreds ever.
Jewels of the Triple Crown [VHS]Jewels of the Triple Crown [VHS]
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This film captures the story of the Triple Crown by using old film and excellent commentary. And it includes Sir Barton's story.
Dead HeatDead Heat by Dick Francis
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Chef Max Moreton runs a restaurant near the Newmarket race course. Food poisoning is at the heart of this complex mystery.
Under OrdersUnder Orders by Dick Francis
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Sid Halley, a champion jockey, is back in the saddle for this fast paced crime novel -- but only for a moment.
Barbaro: The Horse Who Captured America's HeartBarbaro: The Horse Who Captured America's Heart by Sean Clancy
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His 2006 Kentucky Derby win captures race fans hearts and Barbaro had the talent and ability to win it all.
My Old ManMy Old Man
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A movie adaptation of Hemingway's short story. The movie while changing some of the characters maintains the integrity of the original story.
The Gigantic Book of Horse Wisdom (Gigantic Book Of...)The Gigantic Book of Horse Wisdom (Gigantic Book Of...)
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Personal insights about horses from famous writers Anna Sewell, Nicholas Evans and others. Successful trainers listen to their horses and can deal with problems that escape the average trainer.
Traits of a Winner: The Formula for Developing Thoroughbred RacehorsesTraits of a Winner: The Formula for Developing Thoroughbred Racehorses by Carl A. Nafzger
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The 84 year old race horse trainer Carl Nafzger walks you through the trainning sessions needed to develope a winner. Of course good breeding comes first.
The Faraway Horses: The Adventures and Wisdom of One of America's Most Renowned HorsemenThe Faraway Horses: The Adventures and Wisdom of One of America's Most Renowned Horsemen by Buck Brannaman
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Buck Brannaman is a cowboy that understands horses. Knows what they can and can't do -- will and won't do. He listens and responds in his own way.
Beyer on Speed (.)Beyer on Speed (.) by Andrew Beyer
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Speed ratings of horses is one factors in handicapping. And if you use speed as part of your system, look to Beyer for the figures.
In the FrameIn the Frame by Dick Francis
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An English artist, Charles Todd, well known for his beautiful race horses finds himself on a manhunt for a killer that murdered his sister-in-law.
Horse Racing's Top 100 MomentsHorse Racing's Top 100 Moments
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This is a book that points out some of the achievements of horses and trainers and gives you enough statistics to trip up your friends, even if they happen to be racing aficionados.
Ten Best Kentucky DerbiesTen Best Kentucky Derbies by The Staff and Correspondents of the Blood-Horse
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It had to be a task, even for the racing experts to winnow out all the other derbies and come up with the ten best. They did a good job, but of course you can voice your opinion and disagree with their picks.
Thoroughbred Champions: Top 100 Racehorses of the 20th CenturyThoroughbred Champions: Top 100 Racehorses of the 20th Century by The Blood-Horse Staff
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Trying to narrow the field of great race horses to 100 during the 20th Century is an impossible task. But I guess someone or some group had to do it. The commentary and arguments may or may nor win you over, but they are very good.
Race Day: A Spot on the RailRace Day: A Spot on the Rail by Maxwell Watman
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Horseplayers: Life at the TrackHorseplayers: Life at the Track by Ted McClelland
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THE BEST and Worst of Thoroughbred RacingTHE BEST and Worst of Thoroughbred Racing by Steve Davidowitz
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Great Horse Racing Mysteries: True Tales from the TrackGreat Horse Racing Mysteries: True Tales from the Track by John McEvoy
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Wild Ride: The Rise and Tragic Fall of Calumet Farm Inc., America's Premier Racing DynastyWild Ride: The Rise and Tragic Fall of Calumet Farm Inc., America's Premier Racing Dynasty by Ann Hagedorn Auerbach
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The Home Run Horse: Inside America's Billion-Dollar Racehorse Industry and the High-Stakes Dreams that Fuel ItThe Home Run Horse: Inside America's Billion-Dollar Racehorse Industry and the High-Stakes Dreams that Fuel It by Glenye Cain
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The Big Book of Horses: The Illustrated Guide to More Than 100 of the World's Best BreedsThe Big Book of Horses: The Illustrated Guide to More Than 100 of the World's Best Breeds by Fran Ames
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Three Strides Before the Wire: The Dark and Beautiful World of Horse RacingThree Strides Before the Wire: The Dark and Beautiful World of Horse Racing by Elizabeth Mitchell
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Whittingham: The Story of a Thoroughbred Racing LegendWhittingham: The Story of a Thoroughbred Racing Legend by Laguna Niguel Hovdey
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Affirmed and Alydar: Racing's Greatest Rivalry (Thoroughbred Legends (Unnumbered))Affirmed and Alydar: Racing's Greatest Rivalry (Thoroughbred Legends (Unnumbered)) by Timothy T Capps
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War Admiral: Man O'War's Greatest Son (Thoroughbred Legends (Unnumbered))War Admiral: Man O'War's Greatest Son (Thoroughbred Legends (Unnumbered)) by Edward L Bowen
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Native Dancer: Thoroughbred Legend (Thoroughbred Legends (Unnumbered))Native Dancer: Thoroughbred Legend (Thoroughbred Legends (Unnumbered)) by Eva Jolene Boyd
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The Best of Thoroughbred Handicapping: Leading Ideas & MethodsThe Best of Thoroughbred Handicapping: Leading Ideas & Methods by James Quinn
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Citation: Thoroughbred LegendsCitation: Thoroughbred Legends by Pauhla Smith
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Kelso: Thoroughbred LegendsKelso: Thoroughbred Legends by Steve Haskin
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Seabiscuit: An American LegendSeabiscuit: An American Legend by Laura Hillenbrand
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Laura Hillenbrand tells about racing from the point of view of racing folks and Seabiscuit, the little horse with the big heart is there to cap off the story.