"It was the signature attraction of Atlantic City's Steel Pier from the 1930s to the 1970s, the golden age of "America's Favorite Playground"--Doc Carver's High Diving Horses. Four times a day, seven days a week, a trained horse wearing only a harness ran up a ramp; a diving girl jumped on its back, and both sailed forty feet through the air, plunging into a ten foot deep tank of water. Decades later, after cries of animal abuse, and changing times,...

Thoroughbred horses are born to run and live to race. Learn about the beginnings of this elegant breed in England and its growth to bluegrass pastures of Kentucky and Tennessee. Discover the stories of some of the most famous Thoroughbreds, including winners of the coveted Triple Crown.

"Lively text and step-by-step instructions give an introduction to drawing horses"--

An authoritative and comprehensive illustrated work of reference, which tells the story of the "sport of kings" from its earliest inception to the present day.

Examines the Thoroughbred horse, including its racing history, popular culture impact, and care.