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Tales from the Triple Crown | 
 enlarge | Author: Steve Haskin
Publisher: Eclipse Press
Category: Book
List Price: $24.95
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Avg. Customer Rating:  2 reviews
Sales Rank: 214229
Format: Illustrated
Media: Hardcover
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 224
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1
Dimensions (in): 9.1 x 6 x 1.1
ISBN: 1581501846
Dewey Decimal Number: 798
EAN: 9781581501841
ASIN: 1581501846
Publication Date: May 1, 2008
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Product Description
Steve Haskin takes readers behind the scenes to introduce them to the trainers, jockeys, and horses seeking the worlds most elusive sports prizethe Triple Crown. Haskins personal involvement, keen eye for a good story, and conversational writing style make readers feel like they are living the moment with him.
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 Wonderful June 10, 2008
Steve Haskin's always does a wonderful job of making you see his love of the sport through his eyes and experiences. All the way through to Barbaro. The only thing missing is Eight Belles but obviously this book was done before her tragedy.
 Fresh Tales From The Trio Of Gems May 21, 2008
2 out of 3 found this review helpful
Veteran turf writer Steve Haskin strides past the typical coverage surrounding the rich history of the Triple Crown to pen this enjoyable romp for racing fans or those who follow the sport during the Kentucky Derby, The Preakness and the Belmont Stakes.
The 21 stories feature the extreme highs and frustrating lows from the backside, with the roller-coaster ride life can bring off the track.
There are fresh angles to older stories, like the disappointment of trainer Bud Delp after Spectacular Bid lost his bid for the Triple Crown due to a safety pin; along with new gems, with a chronicle of jockey Angel Cordero's misadventures in trying to get home after winning the 1985 Kentucky Derby aboard Spend a Buck.
There are also nice features on the recent heroes, Afleet Alex and Smarty Jones, along with a moving piece on Barbaro.
This is a solid example on how a book does not have to run according to form to be a fun read.
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