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The Turf (1898)

The Turf (1898)

Alfred Edward Thomas Watson

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2008
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Ficción moderna y contemporánea
ISBN:
9781437343144
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The Turf is a novel written by Alfred Edward Thomas Watson and first published in 1898. The story is set in the world of horse racing and follows the fortunes of a young jockey named Dick Marston. Marston is a talented rider, but he faces many challenges as he tries to make his way in the highly competitive world of horse racing. Along the way, he must navigate the politics and rivalries of the sport, as well as deal with personal issues such as love and family. The novel is a vivid portrayal of life on the turf in the late 19th century, and offers a fascinating glimpse into a world that was both glamorous and brutal. With its engaging characters and gripping plot, The Turf is a classic work of fiction that is sure to appeal to fans of horse racing and historical fiction alike.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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