The Trotting Stallion Mambrino Wilkes (1879)

The Trotting Stallion Mambrino Wilkes is a book written by John Badger Clarke and published in 1879. The book is a detailed account of the life and career of the famous trotting stallion Mambrino Wilkes. Mambrino Wilkes was a champion racehorse in the late 19th century, and his success on the track made him one of the most sought-after stallions for breeding purposes.The book begins with a brief history of the breeding of trotting horses in America and the development of the sport of trotting. It then goes on to describe the early life of Mambrino Wilkes, his training and racing career, and his eventual retirement to stud. The book also includes detailed information on the breeding and training of trotting horses, as well as the history of the sport.Clarke's writing is clear and concise, and he provides a wealth of information for anyone interested in the history of trotting horses or the sport of trotting. The book is illustrated with numerous photographs and drawings, including portraits of Mambrino Wilkes and other famous trotting horses of the era. Overall, The Trotting Stallion Mambrino Wilkes is a fascinating and informative book that will appeal to anyone with an interest in the history of horses or the sport of trotting.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.