Dynasties: Great Thoroughbred Stallions

by Edward L. Bowen, William S. Farish (Foreword)

Examines how the modern American Thoroughbred has evolved primarily through the influence of 26 noteworthy stallions. Also covers the people who bred or owned these horses, intertwining their stories with those of their horses. These stallions helped America become the source of the world's best racehorses.

Genres: Horse Racing, Horses, Nonfiction

292 pages, Hardcover

First published September 1, 2000

About the author

Edward L. Bowen was an American Thoroughbred horse racing historian and author, and the president of the Grayson-Jockey Club Research Foundation, an institution involved in funding equine research.

Reviews

[Lisa James · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great reference book in horse racing history. Set in a style that allows you to flip back & forth & read about one without losing sight of where you are, it makes for easy reading.

[Marjorie · Rating 5 out of 5]

For anyone who is interested in this topic this is a good book. He also talks about the owners and the times these stallions were racing standing.

[J. · Rating 4 out of 5]

Tremendous amounts of research, with lots here to learn and enjoy. So many racehorses from my childhood to remember. The writing in spots could be more clear, but learning about Potoooooooo at the very end was the crowning bit of fun.