The Turf (1898)
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Overview
The Turf is a novel written by British author Alfred Edward Thomas Watson and published in 1898. The book is set in the world of horse racing and follows the story of a young man named Jack Merriott who dreams of becoming a successful jockey. Jack faces many challenges and obstacles as he tries to make his way in the highly competitive and often ruthless world of horse racing. Along the way, he meets a cast of colorful characters, including fellow jockeys, trainers, and owners, as well as a beautiful but mysterious woman who captures his heart. The Turf is a thrilling and suspenseful tale that offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of horse racing in the late 19th century. It is also a story about ambition, perseverance, and the pursuit of one's dreams, as Jack strives to overcome the odds and achieve success on the turf.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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- ISBN-13: 9781165155606
- ISBN-10: 1165155605
- Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
- Publish Date: September 2010
- Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.65 inches
- Shipping Weight: 0.92 pounds
- Page Count: 312
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