THE BOOK OF THE GREYHOUND.
(1933) 1933 2nd edition. Large 8vo. Pp351,xii(ads). Colour frontispiece, b/w photograph plates, b/w ills, fold-out chart, bibliography. Red buckram.
"With an introduction by Miss Ruth Fawcett. Illustrated with a coloured plate [from a painting] by Arthur Wardle". . . History of the breed, breeding, lots on coursing and coursing clubs, analysis of events and entries. Immense detail, comprehensive, readable and practical. The penultimate chapter deals with the Waterloo Cup, specifically, and the final chapter with greyhound racing. A classic in its genre.
"With an introduction by Miss Ruth Fawcett. Illustrated with a coloured plate [from a painting] by Arthur Wardle". . . History of the breed, breeding, lots on coursing and coursing clubs, analysis of events and entries. Immense detail, comprehensive, readable and practical. The penultimate chapter deals with the Waterloo Cup, specifically, and the final chapter with greyhound racing. A classic in its genre.
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Book Code
30292
| Author | Ash (Edward C.). |
|---|---|
| Book Code | 30292 |
| ISBN | B000WEY0QE. |
| Book Description | Slight stains to cloth, inscription, slight browning. Good copy. |
| Book Cover | Hardcover |
| Published Date | 1933 |
| Publisher | Hutchinson and Co. |
| Place | London. |