Author: Stephen Cartmell
Publisher: Random House
ISBN: 1446465330
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 496
Book Description
Writer and psychologist Stephen Cartmell set off to explore Britain using the cultural melting pot of the UK's 60 racecourses as his staging posts. During his travels the author observed the frequent absurdity of the British, the peculiarities of their institutions and developed a satirical critique of one of the country's favourite pastimes. With his acute eye for observation, an appreciation of the ridiculous and the ability to find humour even in the face of petty officialdom, this acclaimed book is not simply a travelogue of racing but a key to understanding Britain and its curiously comical inhabitants. Racegoer, traveller or first time visitor, Stephen Cartmell's colourful stories are sure to entertain.
From Aintree to York
Author: Stephen Cartmell
Publisher: Random House
ISBN: 1446465330
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 496
Book Description
Writer and psychologist Stephen Cartmell set off to explore Britain using the cultural melting pot of the UK's 60 racecourses as his staging posts. During his travels the author observed the frequent absurdity of the British, the peculiarities of their institutions and developed a satirical critique of one of the country's favourite pastimes. With his acute eye for observation, an appreciation of the ridiculous and the ability to find humour even in the face of petty officialdom, this acclaimed book is not simply a travelogue of racing but a key to understanding Britain and its curiously comical inhabitants. Racegoer, traveller or first time visitor, Stephen Cartmell's colourful stories are sure to entertain.
Publisher: Random House
ISBN: 1446465330
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 496
Book Description
Writer and psychologist Stephen Cartmell set off to explore Britain using the cultural melting pot of the UK's 60 racecourses as his staging posts. During his travels the author observed the frequent absurdity of the British, the peculiarities of their institutions and developed a satirical critique of one of the country's favourite pastimes. With his acute eye for observation, an appreciation of the ridiculous and the ability to find humour even in the face of petty officialdom, this acclaimed book is not simply a travelogue of racing but a key to understanding Britain and its curiously comical inhabitants. Racegoer, traveller or first time visitor, Stephen Cartmell's colourful stories are sure to entertain.
Moses and Mrs. Aintree
Author: Talbot Mundy
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 140
Book Description
In "Moses and Mrs. Aintree," Talbot Mundy crafts a tale that delves deep into the intricacies of human relationships and societal norms. Set against a rich historical backdrop, Mundy's narrative captures the essence of a time when every decision had far-reaching consequences. This classic novel showcases Mundy's storytelling prowess and his ability to create characters that resonate with readers across generations.
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 140
Book Description
In "Moses and Mrs. Aintree," Talbot Mundy crafts a tale that delves deep into the intricacies of human relationships and societal norms. Set against a rich historical backdrop, Mundy's narrative captures the essence of a time when every decision had far-reaching consequences. This classic novel showcases Mundy's storytelling prowess and his ability to create characters that resonate with readers across generations.
National Labor Relations Board V. Aintree Corporation
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Languages : en
Pages : 56
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Languages : en
Pages : 56
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Aintree Days
Author: Alexander Tulloch
Publisher: The History Press
ISBN: 0750953268
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 255
Book Description
In Aintree Days, Alexander Tulloch recounts his life in Liverpool from 1945 to 1962, when he was growing up with his sister, parents and grandparents in a small terraced house in Aintree. It is also accompanied by an atmospheric selection of photographs, reflecting the England of yesteryear.
Publisher: The History Press
ISBN: 0750953268
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 255
Book Description
In Aintree Days, Alexander Tulloch recounts his life in Liverpool from 1945 to 1962, when he was growing up with his sister, parents and grandparents in a small terraced house in Aintree. It is also accompanied by an atmospheric selection of photographs, reflecting the England of yesteryear.
Aintree
Author: Paul Brown
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Category : Horse racing
Languages : en
Pages : 336
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Category : Horse racing
Languages : en
Pages : 336
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The Camouflage Story, from Aintree to Alamein
Author: Geoffrey Barkas
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Category : Camouflage (Military science)
Languages : en
Pages : 236
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Category : Camouflage (Military science)
Languages : en
Pages : 236
Book Description
The Victoria History of the County of Lancaster
Author: William Farrer
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Category : Lancashire (England)
Languages : en
Pages : 568
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Category : Lancashire (England)
Languages : en
Pages : 568
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Metropolitan
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Languages : en
Pages : 410
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Languages : en
Pages : 410
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The New Metropolitan
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Category : Literature
Languages : en
Pages : 416
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Category : Literature
Languages : en
Pages : 416
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The History of the County Palatine and Duchy of Lancaster
Author: Edward Baines
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Category : Lancashire (England)
Languages : en
Pages : 688
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Category : Lancashire (England)
Languages : en
Pages : 688
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