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- A Tale, For The Turf And The Table (1883)

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Kelvington: A Tale, For The Turf And The Table is a novel written by Alfred White in 1883. The book is set in the world of horse racing and follows the story of a young man named Kelvington, who dreams of becoming a successful jockey. Kelvington is a talented rider, but he struggles to find his place in the competitive world of horse racing. Along the way, he meets a variety of characters, including wealthy horse owners, trainers, and other jockeys. The book explores themes of ambition, perseverance, and the corrupting influence of money and power. As Kelvington rises through the ranks of the racing world, he must navigate the challenges of maintaining his integrity and staying true to himself. The novel also includes descriptions of lavish banquets and feasts, as well as the decadent lifestyle of the wealthy elite who attend horse races. Overall, Kelvington: A Tale, For The Turf And The Table is a thrilling and engaging story that offers a glimpse into the world of horse racing in the late 19th century.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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  • Sprog:
  • Engelsk
  • ISBN:
  • 9781164891802
  • Indbinding:
  • Paperback
  • Sideantal:
  • 258
  • Udgivet:
  • 10. september 2010
  • Størrelse:
  • 152x229x14 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 349 g.
  • 2-3 uger.
  • 11. december 2024
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Kelvington: A Tale, For The Turf And The Table is a novel written by Alfred White in 1883. The book is set in the world of horse racing and follows the story of a young man named Kelvington, who dreams of becoming a successful jockey. Kelvington is a talented rider, but he struggles to find his place in the competitive world of horse racing. Along the way, he meets a variety of characters, including wealthy horse owners, trainers, and other jockeys. The book explores themes of ambition, perseverance, and the corrupting influence of money and power. As Kelvington rises through the ranks of the racing world, he must navigate the challenges of maintaining his integrity and staying true to himself. The novel also includes descriptions of lavish banquets and feasts, as well as the decadent lifestyle of the wealthy elite who attend horse races. Overall, Kelvington: A Tale, For The Turf And The Table is a thrilling and engaging story that offers a glimpse into the world of horse racing in the late 19th century.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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