Ocean State Libraries

"The dramatic true story of the champion Thoroughbred racehorse who gained international fame in the tumultuous, Civil War-era South, despite going nearly blind, and became the most successful sire in American racing history. The early days of American horse-racing were grueling. Four-mile heats-races four miles long, run two or three times in succession!-were the norm, rewarding horses who possessed the ideal combination of stamina and speed, attributes...

"In Race Horses, beginning readers will learn about horses that compete in horse racing. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they are introduced to horses' behaviors, training, and different racing events. Supplementary back matter summarizes the events they compete in, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about race horses online using our safe search engine that...

"Isaac Murphy, born enslaved in 1861, still reigns as one of the greatest jockeys in American history. Black jockeys like Murphy were at the top of the most popular sport in America at the end of the nineteenth century. They were internationally famous, the first African American superstar athletes--and with wins in three Kentucky Derbies and countless other prestigious races, Murphy was the greatest of them all. At the same time, he lived through...