A chronicle of the impact of a much-loved and much-lauded horseracing icon, this is a complete account of Phar Lapâ€™s life. It details the many mysteries of his career, from his purchase

Phar Lap

A chronicle of the impact of a much-loved and much-lauded horseracing icon, this is a complete account of Phar Lapâ€™s life. It details the many mysteries of his career, from his purchase as a gangly gelding bought cheaply in New Zealand to the infamous shooting that occurred just days before his great triumph in the 1930 Melbourne Cup and his tragic, previously unexplained death in the United States. Bringing to life the characters of the racetrack, this book also examines the way the media played a part in building the legend. Beautifully presented with archival photographs, newspaper articles, and racing memorabilia, this book commemorates one of the best racehorses of all time.
Country USA
Brand Allen & Unwin
Manufacturer Allen & Unwin
Binding Paperback
ItemPartNumber illustrations
UnitCount 1
EANs 9781865089942
ReleaseDate 0000-00-00

Phar Lap