Kelvington

Kelvington

Alfred White

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2008
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Ficción moderna y contemporánea
ISBN:
9781437092943
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Kelvington: A Tale, For The Turf And The Table is a book written by Alfred White in 1883. The book tells the story of Kelvington, a horse who is raised by a group of gentlemen who are passionate about horse racing. The story follows Kelvington’s journey from his early days as a foal to his eventual success as a racehorse. Along the way, readers are introduced to a colorful cast of characters, including jockeys, trainers, and horse owners, all of whom are vying for success on the turf. In addition to the racing aspect of the book, Kelvington: A Tale, For The Turf And The Table also explores the culinary world. The gentlemen who raise Kelvington are also passionate about food and wine, and the book includes descriptions of lavish meals and decadent desserts. Overall, Kelvington: A Tale, For The Turf And The Table is a charming and entertaining story that will appeal to fans of horse racing and culinary enthusiasts alike. It offers a glimpse into a bygone era of British society, where horse racing and fine dining were both highly regarded pastimes.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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