
The Perfect Ride
Gary Stevens(Author)
Highdown (Publisher)
Published on 13. June 2005
Book
Paperback/Softback
272 pages
978-1-905156-06-1 (ISBN)
Description
The Perfect Ride is a compelling behind-the-scenes account of the racing world, told by a man who has lived it. Here is the remarkable story of American jockey Gary Stevens who has triumphed over a lifetime of adversity - injuries, extortion attempts and death threats included - to become one of the most recognisable names in international racing today. He has also found fame as a film actor with his critically acclaimed appearance in the hit film Seabiscuit.
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Edition
New edition
Language
English
Place of publication
Newbury
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Raceform Ltd
Edition type
New edition
Illustrations
37 colour photos
Dimensions
Height: 234 mm
Width: 153 mm
ISBN-13
978-1-905156-06-1 (9781905156061)
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Person
Gary Stevens fell in love with horseracing at age 12 and won his first Kentucky Derby at age 25, aboard the three-year-old filly Winning Colors. It was a wire-to-wire win and a stunning triumph - one of many in Stevens' award- and injury-studded career. He is a member of the Horse Racing Hall of Fame and the recipient of the prestigious Eclipse Award.