Arkle EPUB
by Anne Holland
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In 1964, Arkle's first-place finish in the Cheltenham Gold Cup was the first big win by Ireland's most celebrated racehorse: the horse by which all others are measured.
Fifty years on from the start of his incredible career - which included wins in the Cheltenham Gold Cup (three times), Irish Grand National, Hennessy Gold Cup, King George VI Chase and Punchestown Gold Cup - Anne Holland looks at Arkle's life and legend through the eyes of those who knew him best . She describes Arkle's career, his incredible wins, and the people involved with him , interviewing many of his connections, including Jim Dreaper, Paddy Woods, Tom Taaffe, sculptor Emma McDermott, the Baker family and others . Arkle was a star - the story goes that he received items of fan mail addressed to 'Himself, Ireland' - and th is is a well-researched and intimate portrait of a legendary horse.
Shortlisted for Horse Racing Book of the Year 2014, British Sports Book Awards
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- Publisher:The O'Brien Press
- Publication Date:14/10/2013
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- ISBN:9781847176110
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- Format:EPUB
- Publisher:The O'Brien Press
- Publication Date:14/10/2013
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- ISBN:9781847176110