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Racing Life Of Lord George Cavendish Bentinck And Other Reminiscences

Racing Life Of Lord George Cavendish Bentinck And Other Reminiscences

Kent, John
Lawley, Francis

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ISBN10: 1163801828
ISBN13: 9781163801826
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 550
Weight: 1.60
Height: 1.11 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The book Racing Life Of Lord George Cavendish Bentinck And Other Reminiscences by John Kent is a memoir that chronicles the life of Lord George Cavendish Bentinck, a prominent figure in the world of horse racing during the 19th century. The author, John Kent, was a close friend and confidant of Bentinck, and his memoir provides a detailed account of the latter's career as a racehorse owner, trainer, and breeder.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a particular aspect of Bentinck's life and career. The first chapter provides an overview of Bentinck's early life and family background, while the subsequent chapters delve into his involvement in the world of horse racing.Kent's memoir provides a fascinating insight into the world of horse racing during the 19th century, including the politics and rivalries that existed between different trainers and owners. The book also includes anecdotes and stories about some of the most famous racehorses of the time, including the legendary horse, Eclipse.In addition to his account of Bentinck's life, Kent's memoir also includes several other reminiscences, including his experiences as a soldier in the British Army and his travels throughout Europe and the Middle East.Overall, Racing Life Of Lord George Cavendish Bentinck And Other Reminiscences is an engaging and informative memoir that offers a unique perspective on the world of horse racing during the 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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