Thoroughbred by Burton L. Spiller is a book that provides an in-depth look into the world of horse racing and the Thoroughbred breed. The author shares his own experiences and knowledge of Thoroughbreds, having been a horseman for many years. The book covers a range of topics, including the history of the breed, the training and care of Thoroughbreds, and the ins and outs of horse racing. Spiller also discusses the various types of races that Thoroughbreds compete in, such as flat racing and steeplechase, and provides ...
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Thoroughbred by Burton L. Spiller is a book that provides an in-depth look into the world of horse racing and the Thoroughbred breed. The author shares his own experiences and knowledge of Thoroughbreds, having been a horseman for many years. The book covers a range of topics, including the history of the breed, the training and care of Thoroughbreds, and the ins and outs of horse racing. Spiller also discusses the various types of races that Thoroughbreds compete in, such as flat racing and steeplechase, and provides insights into the strategies and tactics used by jockeys and trainers. The book is written in an engaging and informative style, making it accessible to both casual readers and those with a more serious interest in horse racing. Overall, Thoroughbred is a must-read for anyone who loves horses or is interested in the world of horse racing.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.
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Illustrated by Lynn Bogue Hunt. Fine. No Dust Jacket As Issued. Limited edition of 2500 follows an edition of 950 in 1938. Blue leather with titles and decorations in gilt and white. The bindings are tight and square as unread. Text clean, light even toning. minimal shelf handling wear. 4to; 10.5 inches tall; 200 pages. Illustrated by Lynn Bogue Hunt. Burton L. Spiller was the foremost authority on ruffed grouse hunting in 20th century America. While he was an avid hunter of woodcock, ducks and deer, Spiller lived and breathed grouse hunting day in and day out, season after season.
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AsNew. Hardcover. Hardcover. Limited to 2500 copies, reproduction of the 1936 edition. 10" x 7.5". [14], 199, [1] pp. Few illustrations among text. Blue leather boards with gold gilding on front board and spine, deckled edge. As New.
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Good. No dustjacket as issued. Size: 0x0x0; Number 450 of 950 copies. Binding solid and holding, though the front hinge is starting just short of half way up (see photo); a much smaller start on the rear hinge. Some light edge wear on the boards and spine. Text block unopened with untrimmed edges; a trace of soiling on the top edge. Publisher prospectus and order form are laid in. 8vo large. 199pp.
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Good. New York, The Derrydale Press, 1936. Limited 1st edition. Sm 4to hardcover. 199pp. Illustrations. Copy #467/950. Good book. Bookplate on front endpage. (Dogs, Foxes, Fiction) Inquire if you need further information.
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Very Good. Camden, SC: The Premier Press, 1993. Limited Edition, Copy #2513/3000. Sm 4to leather hardcover. vii+199pp. Illustrations. Very Good book. (Dogs, Horse Racing, Fiction) Inquire if you need further information.
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Very Good. 1936. First Edition. Pictoral cloth, small quarto, 200 pp., illustrated throughout. Number 584 from a limited edition of 150. Spine sunned and lightly rubbed. Internally, quite sound. Overall, very good. (Subject: Hunting. )
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Good. SIGNED! New York: The Derrydale Press, 1936. Limited 1st edition. Sm 4to hardcover. Blue pictorial boards with gilt lettering and decoration. 199pp. Illustrations. Copy #215/950. Signed by author on flyleaf. Good book. Moderate shelfwear. Spine darkened. Pages toned. In polypropylene bag. (Dogs, Foxes, Fiction) Inquire if you need further information.