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Presents the story of The Byerley Turk, one of the original thoroughbred horses from which racing stock descend. This book describes the story of the horse and his owner, Captain Byerley.
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16 of 16 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
The origins of the Byerly Turk have remained shrouded in mystery - until now. This story needed to be told by someone very special, who would understand the bond between man and horse, and this author is that person. I believe that it was his destiny to tell this tale.
The author has done extensive research and lovingly constructed the story of the Byerly Turk and his people. Despite the many years since he lived his presence leaps off the pages and we feel honoured to have witnessed the life and times of one of the founder fathers of the thoroughbred racehorse.
This is a fantastic story, rich with historic detail. It is highly recommended for everyone who enjoys reading about horses in general, and throughbreds in particular.
I could not put the book down and was sad when it was finished. It would make a great movie.
The author has done extensive research and lovingly constructed the story of the Byerly Turk and his people. Despite the many years since he lived his presence leaps off the pages and we feel honoured to have witnessed the life and times of one of the founder fathers of the thoroughbred racehorse.
This is a fantastic story, rich with historic detail. It is highly recommended for everyone who enjoys reading about horses in general, and throughbreds in particular.
I could not put the book down and was sad when it was finished. It would make a great movie.
15 of 16 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
This book is a wonderful read which sweeps the reader along from exotic Ottoman Turkey through the plains and princes of continental Europe to the colour and chaos of seventeenth century London, the beauty of the unsullied English countryside and the wilds of Ireland.
It presents the history of the period as history should always be first presented, vibrant and full of the practicalities of everyday existence that really bring it alive. This is particularly true in the depictions of war which illustrate and carry the reader along through the exhilaration and the horror of battle, with brilliant descriptions of combat its aftermath and the preparations for it that are worlds away from a dry recitation of dates, battle fields and the peace treaties that follow.
The characters in this book are wonderful. The horse and his groom are unique and easily carry the weight of the story, Byerly too on his entrance is a figure to follow and admire. The horse though is the unashamedly the hero and the beauty and power of the story is arrived at from the fact that the horses full unbridled nature can only be realized through the symbiosis with his two true human friends, the groom and then Byerly who most of the world initially perceive to be the horses master but who come to realize that the power of the relationship is based on understanding, one in which the humans are accepted only as an equals and a friends.
The story then, is a history of a horse, a chronicle of a time from east to west, a brilliant exposition of war and most of all a wonderful and moving story based on characters who hold principles that have made the best stories great since story telling began.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I happened across this book and bought it on impulse - it turned out to be one of the best books I have ever read. Powerful, beautiful, heartbreaking (it actually brought a lump to my throat and tears to my eyes more than once) - it is the kind of book that invades your dreams with its story. If you love horses you will adore this book.
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Thoughtfully written and very well researched.
This is one of the most informative and well researched books on the life of a horse. Jeremy James knows his subject and he knows horses and that fact shines through in every... Read more
Published 6 months ago by Mrs. Charlotte Marsh
superior insight and research
Byerley Turk happens to be a gem of a surprise. Not simply for a horse racing fan that could deem the story being not focused on Racing. It surely isnt. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Chris Evans
Absolutely wonderful - a delightful read
This book is beautifully written and combines history together with a little bit of travel writing. However what really makes this book special is how the bond between the seyis... Read more
Published 12 months ago by Ms T. Campbell
Extraordinary true story of one of the 3 original Thoroughbreds
This is an engagingly written, absorbing historical story of how the first Thoroughbred made the journey to England and Ireland from Istanbul as a battle horse in the 17th Century,... Read more
Published 13 months ago by Zwartbles
One of the best non-fiction books I have ever read
Azarax is my hero, I fell in love with this remarkable and brave horse and relished every second of his story. Read more
Published 17 months ago by Rose Bud
The Byerley Turk - The true story of the First Thoroughbred
A fantastic story about one of the first thoroughbreds. The language is lively and imaginative and draws you in to a colourful world. Read more
Published 18 months ago by Dory
The Byerley Turk
This is NOT a book about horseracing!
Other times. Other cultures. Brilliantly brought to life on the page. Read more
Other times. Other cultures. Brilliantly brought to life on the page. Read more
Published 21 months ago by Denis Brennan
A magical and moving story - highly recommended
I highly recommend this beautiful and captivating story. I was primarily interested in this book to discover more about the Byerley Turk,the oldest of the foundation sires of the... Read more
Published 23 months ago by Book Devourer
a special book
It's a long time since I've felt so strongly about a book.This is a beautiful story .It expresses how I feel about horses. Read more
Published on 5 Jan 2010 by karamanfan
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This is a fabulous read. The texture is rich and multi-layered and is a clever way of telling history. Read more
Published on 8 Oct 2005 by Mr. Ian Skelly
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