Never Say Die - A Kentucky Colt, Epsom Derby, Rise of Modern Thoroughbred Industry

Featuring a foreword by the original drummer for the Beatles, Pete Best, this remarkable book reveals how an underdog's surprise victory played a part in the formation of the most successful and influential rock band in history and made the Bluegrass region of Kentucky the center of the international Thoroughbred industry.

About the author

James C. Nicholson is the author of numerous books including The Kentucky Derby: How the Run for the Roses Became America's Premier Sporting Event, The Notorious John Morrissey: How a Bare-Knuckle Brawler Became a Congressman and Founded Saratoga Race Course, and Racing for America: The Horse Race of the Century and the Redemption of a Sport. He lives in Versailles, Kentucky.

Summary

Featuring a foreword by the original drummer for the Beatles, Pete Best, this remarkable book reveals how an underdog's surprise victory played a part in the formation of the most successful and influential rock band in history and made the Bluegrass region of Kentucky the center of the international Thoroughbred industry.

Product details

• Authors: Pete Best, James C Nicholson, James C. Nicholson, James C. Best Nicholson
• Publisher: University Press of Kentucky
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 31.01.2022
• EAN: 9780813182391
• ISBN: 978-0-8131-8239-1
• No. of pages: 232
• Subjects: Guides > Nature > Horses, riding; Humanities, art, music > History > 20th century (up to 1945)