Legacies of the Turf Thoroughbred breeders history 2 books horse racing

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Legacies of the Turf.  A Century of Great Thoroughbred Breeders.  By Edward L. Bowen.  Two volumes, both hardcover with dj in good condition.  Volume I, 2003, 304 pages; Volume 2, 2004, 318 pages.  Lots of photos of the great race horses of the 20th century.  The books tell the story of some of the power-house racing dynasties that dominated the sport of horse racing in the early to mid-twentieth century.  Both human and equine accomplishments are examined in the books.  Pedigree charts for many of the horses.  Both volumes in very good condition.  Shipping weight over 4 pounds.