Bloodstock Breeding
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Highlighting throughout.
Few subjects command the same blend of science, tradition, and passion as the breeding of thoroughbred racehorses, and Bloodstock Breeding stands as one of the most authoritative texts ever written on the subject. Sir Charles Leicester presents a comprehensive and meticulous study of the principles governing the selection and mating of bloodstock, tracing the genetic lineages, conformational standards, and performance records that separate champions from the rest of the field. Revised by the respected racing journalist Howard Wright, this edition brings the original work into a sharper, more contemporary focus, ensuring its relevance to modern breeders and enthusiasts alike. The text argues with quiet authority that successful breeding is as much an art as a science, demanding an intimate knowledge of pedigree theory, the influence of key sire lines, and the subtle interplay of inherited traits across generations. Leicester's prose is precise and scholarly yet never inaccessible, making the book an indispensable reference for both the seasoned professional and the curious newcomer to the world of thoroughbred racing. Published by J. A. Allen & Co. Ltd — the foremost equestrian publisher in London — this volume remains a cornerstone of the bloodstock library, leaving the reader with a profound appreciation for the extraordinary human endeavour behind every great racehorse.
Author: Sir Charles Leicester
Format: Hardback
Published: 1983, J. A. Allen & Co. Ltd
Genre: Natural history
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Highlighting throughout.
Few subjects command the same blend of science, tradition, and passion as the breeding of thoroughbred racehorses, and Bloodstock Breeding stands as one of the most authoritative texts ever written on the subject. Sir Charles Leicester presents a comprehensive and meticulous study of the principles governing the selection and mating of bloodstock, tracing the genetic lineages, conformational standards, and performance records that separate champions from the rest of the field. Revised by the respected racing journalist Howard Wright, this edition brings the original work into a sharper, more contemporary focus, ensuring its relevance to modern breeders and enthusiasts alike. The text argues with quiet authority that successful breeding is as much an art as a science, demanding an intimate knowledge of pedigree theory, the influence of key sire lines, and the subtle interplay of inherited traits across generations. Leicester's prose is precise and scholarly yet never inaccessible, making the book an indispensable reference for both the seasoned professional and the curious newcomer to the world of thoroughbred racing. Published by J. A. Allen & Co. Ltd — the foremost equestrian publisher in London — this volume remains a cornerstone of the bloodstock library, leaving the reader with a profound appreciation for the extraordinary human endeavour behind every great racehorse.