Either by signing into your account or linking your membership details before your order is placed. In The Horse God Built, bestselling equestrian writer Lawrence Scanlan has written a tribute to an exceptional man that is also a backroads journey to a corner of the racing world rarely visited. In The Horse God Built, bestselling equestrian writer Lawrence Scanlan has written a tribute to an exceptional man that is also a backroads journey to a corner of the racing world rarely visited. The Horse God Built: The Untold Story of Secretariat, the World's Greatest Racehorse Paperback – June 10 2008 by Lawrence Scanlan (Author) 4.6 out of … As a young black man growing up in South Carolina, Eddie Sweat struggled at several occupations before settling on the job he was born for---groom to North America's finest racehorses. LOOK Buy The Horse God Built: The Untold Story of Secretariat, the World's Greatest Racehorse Reprint by Lawrence Scanlan (ISBN: 9780312382254) from Amazon's Book Store. Read this book using Google Play Books app on your PC, android, iOS devices. Paperback More than anything else, " The Horse God Built "is a moving portrait of the powerful bond between human and horse. Number Of Pages: 352. A wildly generous man who could read a horse with his eyes, he shared in little of the financial success or glamour of Secretariat's wins on the track, but won the heart of Big Red with his soft words and relentless devotion. Paperback Yet while Secretariat will be remembered forever, one man, Eddie "Shorty" Sweat, who was pivotal to the great horse's success, has been all but forgotten---until now. Your points will be added to your account once your order is shipped. --"Maxim .". THE HORSE GOD BUILT. Scanlan worked closely with Monty Roberts on his acclaimed book The Man Who Listens to Horses. Secretariat, His Groom, Their Legacy. Weight (kg): 0.34 I love that this is a book for all ages, as a major Secretariat fan it is a tribute to one of greatest equine athlete's God created.It has factual history with with personalization and interest added, the author did a lot of reasearch. As a young black man growing up in South Carolina, Eddie Sweat struggled at several occupations before settling on the job he was born for---groom to North America's finest racehorses. Lawrence Scanlan is the author of six bestselling books, including Wild About Horses and Little Horse of Iron. Interviews With Australian Cricketers on the En... Table of Contents provided by Ingram. The Jockey and Owner of Secretariat talk about the horses career and life after racing "For anybody who loves horses, and for all of those who are thrilled by horse racing and the behind-the-scenes drama of the track, "The Horse That God Built "is must reading." [Lawrence Scanlan] -- In The Horse God Built Lawrence Scanlan gives the reader a groom's-eye view of the most exciting time in racing history. Language: Sweat’s story gives a more personal view of the great “Big Red”, giving readers the side of a racehorse only a man who spent so much time behind the scenes with would see. In The Horse God Built, bestselling equestrian writer Lawrence Scanlan has written a tribute to an exceptional man that is also a backroads journey to a corner of the racing world rarely visited. In The Horse God Built, best-selling equestrian writer Lawrence Scanlan has written a tribute to an exceptional man that is also a backroads journey to a corner of the racing world rarely visited. --Booklist, ISBN: 9780312382254 Buy The Horse God Built: The Untold Story of Secretariat, the World's Greatest Racehorse from Kogan.com. Simply link your Qantas Frequent Flyer membership number to your Booktopia account and earn points on eligible orders. The Horse God Built: The Untold Story of Secretariat, the World's Greatest Racehorse - Ebook written by Lawrence Scanlan. In The Horse God Built, bestselling equestrian writer Lawrence Scanlan has written a tribute to an exceptional man that is also a backroads journey to a corner of the racing world rarely visited. From Macmillan Books: Lawrence Scanlan is the author of six bestselling books, including Wild About Horses and Little Horse of Iron. As a young black man growing up in South Carolina, Eddie Sweat struggled at several occupations before settling on the job he was born for---groom to North America's finest racehorses. In The Horse God Built, bestselling equestrian writer Lawrence Scanlan has written a tribute to an exceptional man that is also a backroads journey to a corner of the racing world rarely visited. He is the co-author, with Ian Millar, of Riding High, and has written three books for younger readers: Big Ben, Horses Forever, and The Horse's Shadow. He is the coauthor, with Ian Millar, of Riding High, and has written three books for younger readers: Big Ben, Horses Forever, and The Horse’s Shadow. --Kirkus Reviews, "Scanlan makes a convincing case." In the canonical version, after a fruitless 10-year siege, the Greeks at the behest of Odysseus constructed a huge wooden horse and hid a select force of men inside, including Odysseus himself. As a young black man growing up in South Carolina, Eddie Sweat struggled at several occupations before settling on the job he was born for---groom to North America's finest racehorses. For anybody who loves horses, and for all of those who are thrilled by horse racing and the behind-the-scenes drama of the track, The Horse That God Built is must... Free Shipping on all orders over $10. Country of Publication: AU The Horse That God Built was the title of one book about Secretariat. As a young black man growing up in South Carolina, Eddie Sweat struggled at several occupations before settling on the job he was born for – groom to North America's finest racehorses. Create a wish list to save items you like, gift ideas and more. --Publishers Weekly, "The author's tribute is heartfelt, and Sweat is a worthy subject." Buy a cheap copy of The Horse God Built: The Untold Story of... book by Lawrence Scanlan. The horse God built : the untold story of Secretariat, the world's greatest racehorse. --Bill Barich, The New York Times, "...this volume bulges with insight into and sensitivity toward the world of Thoroughbred horse racing.... Scanlan's scope is encyclopedic." Yet while Secretariat will be remembered forever, one man, Eddie Shorty Sweat, who was pivotal to the great horse's success, has been all but forgotten – until now. ".will satisfy those who can't get enough of Secretariat."" Dimensions (cm): 21.2 x 14.0 The Horse God Built by Lawrence Scanlan. Larry Scanlan has honoured both groom and horse by giving it to us at last.--John Jeremiah Sullivan, author of "Blood Horses: Notes of a Sportswriter's Son ""This well-researched book is a must for readers who are fans of the horse, but if you just want a good read, you're going to love this animal/human interest story."" As Secretariat's groom, loyal friend, and protector, Eddie understood the horse far better than anyone else. All Rights Reserved. Publisher: St Martins Press "--The Lexington Herald Leader" (Kentucky) "Eddie Sweat's story represents the last great untold chapter in the Secretariat saga. Shop thousands of Books, Audio Books, DVDs, Calendars, Diaries and Stationery, then proceed to checkout. --The New York Times .". Edition Number: 1. Click on the cover image above to read some pages of this book! x 2.4 As a young black man growing up in South Carolina, Eddie Sweat struggled at several occupations before settling on the job he was born for---groom to North America's finest racehorses. As a young black man growing up in South Carolina, Eddie Sweat struggled at several occupations before settling on the job he was born for---groom to North America's finest racehorses. By. Rating Product Description . This title is not in stock at the Booktopia Warehouse and needs to be ordered from our supplier. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read The Horse God Built: The Untold Story of Secretariat, the World's Greatest Racehorse. In The Horse God Built, bestselling equestrian writer Lawrence Scanlan has written a tribute to an exceptional man that is also a backroads journey to a corner of the racing world rarely visited. by Lawrence Scanlan. As a young black man growing up in South Carolina, Eddie Sweat struggled at several occupations before settling on the job he was born for---groom to North America's finest racehorses. In The Horse God Built, bestselling equestrian writer Lawrence Scanlan haswritten a tribute to an exceptional man that is also a backroads journey through acorner of the racing world seldom visited.As Secretariat’s groom, Edward“Shorty” Sweat had far more contact with the horse than anyone, and no one understoodhim better. Published: 10th June 2008 Product Details. Click here to read more about delivery expectations, The Good the Bad and the Bernie of Formula One. The Horse God Built Bestselling writer Lawrence Scanlan tells the story of Secretariat through the story of Eddie Sweat , Secretariat’s groom for his racing career. ".detailed in all its equine awesomeness." English In The Horse God Built, bestselling equestrian writer Lawrence Scanlan has written a tribute to an exceptional man that is also a backroads journey to a corner of the racing world rarely visited. As a young black man growing up in South Carolina, Eddie Sweat struggled at several occupations before settling on the job he was born for---groom to North America's finest racehorses. Winner of three Canadian National Magazine Awards for his journalism, Scanlan lives in Kingston, Ontario. In The Horse God Built, bestselling equestrian writer Lawrence Scanlan has written a tribute to an exceptional man that is also a backroads journey to a corner of the racing world rarely visited. Format: In The Horse God Built, bestselling equestrian writer Lawrence Scanlan has written a tribute to an exceptional man that is also a backroads journey to a corner of the racing world rarely visited. In" The Horse God Built, " bestselling equestrian writer Lawrence Scanlan has written a tribute to an exceptional man that is also a backroads journey to a corner of the racing world rarely visited. --Michael Korda, author of "Horse People "Most of us know the legend of Secretariat, the tall, handsome chestnut racehorse whose string of honors runs long and rich: the only two-year-old ever to win Horse of the Year, in 1972; winner in 1973 of the Triple Crown, his times in all three races still unsurpassed; featured on the cover of" Time, Newsweek, " and" Sports Illustrated;" the only horse listed on ESPN's top fifty athletes of the twentieth century (ahead of Mickey Mantle). Number Of Pages: 352 ISBN: 9780312382254 The Horse is a curated collection of leather goods and time tellers, designed in Sydney. Audience: The Trojan Horse is a story from the Trojan War about the subterfuge that the Greeks used to enter the independent city of Troy and win the war. In The Horse God Built, bestselling equestrian writer Lawrence Scanlan has written a tribute to an exceptional man that is also a backroads journey to a corner of the racing world rarely visited. In" The Horse God Built, " bestselling equestrian writer Lawrence Scanlan has written a tribute to an exceptional man that is also a backroads journey to a corner of the racing world rarely visited. His final race at Toronto's Woodbine Racetrack is a touchstone memory for horse lovers everywhere. In" The Horse God Built," bestselling equestrian writer Lawrence Scanlan has written a tribute to an exceptional man that is also a backroads journey to a corner of the racing world rarely visited. Scanlan does share many Secretariat facts and his racing successes and what an extraordinary thoroughbred he was. Published: 10th June 2008 Get this from a library! Earn 2 Qantas Points per $1 spent. More than anything else, The Horse God Built is a moving portrait of the powerful bond between human and horse. All horses are built by God, of course, but Secretariat exemplified a perfection that made you remember it. In" The Horse God Built, " bestselling equestrian writer Lawrence Scanlan has written a tribute to an exceptional man that is also a backroads journey to a corner of the racing world rarely visited. As a young black man growing up in South Carolina, Eddie Sweat struggled at several occupations before settling on the job he was born for – groom to North America's finest racehorses. The Horse God Built. Praise for "The Horse God Built": "Scanlan's scope is encyclopedic..." --"Publishers Weekly ""The author's tribute is heartfelt..."--"Kirkus .". Lawrence Scanlan is the author of six bestselling books, including Wild About Horses and Little Horse of Iron. --"Monty Roberts, author of "The Man Who Listens to Horses", "Scanlan is a compassionate reporter ... the author is an amiable companion on the road." Eddy Sweat was as extraordinary as a groom. As a young black man growing up in South Carolina, Eddie Sweat struggled at several occupations before settling on the job he was born for---groom to North America's finest racehorses. As Secretariat's groom, loyal friend, and protector, Eddie understood the horse far better than anyone else. 3.5 - The Horse God Built by Lawrence Scanlan was a bit of disappointment since the books emphasis is on the horse-human bound between Secretariat and his groom, Eddy Sweat. Most of us know the legend of Secretariat, the tall, handsome chestnut racehorse whose string of honours runs long and rich: the only two-year-old ever to win Horse of the Year, in 1972; winner in 1973 of the Triple Crown, his times in all three races still unsurpassed; featured on the cover of Time, Newsweek, and Sports Illustrated; the only horse listed on ESPN's top 50 athletes of the 20th century (ahead of Mickey Mantle). General In The Horse God Built, bestselling equestrian writer Lawrence Scanlan has written a tribute to an exceptional man that is also a backroads journey to a corner of the racing world rarely visited. Powerfully built, with massive forearms, Sweat joined the exodus of Southern black men who hired on as grooms because the job paid a halfway-decent wage and beat picking cotton. A wildly generous man who could read a horse with his eyes, he shared in little of the financial success or glamour of Secretariat's wins on the track, but won the heart of Big Red with his soft words and relentless devotion.In Scanlan's rich narrative, we get a groom's-eye view of the racing world and the vantage of a man who spent every possible moment with the horse he loved, yet who often basked in the horse's glory from the sidelines. ... decided to write generally about the groom-horse bond and specifically about Sweat, who died in 1998. ISBN-10: 0312382251 Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. His final race at Toronto's Woodbine Racetrack is a touchstone memory for horse lovers everywhere. As a young black man growing up in South Carolina, Eddie Sweat struggled at several occupations before settling on the job he was born for---groom to North America's finest racehorses. ".an informative read that hardboots and novices alike can enjoy." 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