Melbourne Cup 1930 by Peter Thompson
This is a gripping true life drama, based on research from horseracing experts and eyewitnesses to the infamous events. The Melbourne Cup is Australia's most famous horserace, and Phar Lap its most celebrated winner. This is the full story of the fascinating events surrounding the now infamous Melbourne Cup Race of 1930. When Phar Lap, a celebrated racehorse, generated unprecedented excitement among the public, the bookies were filled with dread - victory for the favourite would cost them plenty. He'd have to be stopped, whatever the cost. In an incident worthy of a gangster movie, gunmen tried to shoot the horse on a quiet suburban street. With his life in danger, the champion was spirited away, only returning as the race was about to start. Nothing - it appeared - could stop Phar Lap now...
Geoff Armstrong and Peter Thompson are co-authors of the bestselling Phar Lap also from Allen & Unwin.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781741147506 |
| ISBN 10 | 1741147506 |
| Title | Melbourne Cup 1930 |
| Author | Peter Thompson |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Allen & Unwin |
| Year published | 2005-11-01 |
| Number of pages | 228 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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