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Arkle, EPUB eBook

Arkle EPUB

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In 1964, Arkle's first-place finish in the Cheltenham Gold Cup was the first big win by Ireland's most celebrated racehorse: the horse by which all others are measured.

Fifty years on from the start of his incredible career - which included wins in the Cheltenham Gold Cup (three times), Irish Grand National, Hennessy Gold Cup, King George VI Chase and Punchestown Gold Cup - Anne Holland looks at Arkle's life and legend through the eyes of those who knew him best .  She  describes  Arkle's career,  his  incredible wins,  and the  people involved with him , interviewing many of his connections, including  Jim Dreaper, Paddy Woods, Tom Taaffe, sculptor Emma McDermott, the Baker family and others .   Arkle was a star - the story goes that he received items of fan mail addressed to 'Himself, Ireland' -  and th is is a well-researched and intimate portrait of a  legendary horse.

Shortlisted for Horse Racing Book of the Year 2014, British Sports Book Awards

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