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Out Of The Clouds: The Unlikely Horseman And The Unwanted Colt Who Conquered The Sport Of Kings,Used
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In The Bestselling Tradition Ofthe The Eightydollar Champion, The Propulsive, Inspiring Cinderella Story Of Stymie, An Unwanted Thoroughbred, And Hirsch Jacobs, The Once Dirtpoor Trainer Who Bought The Colt On The Cheap And Molded Him Into The Most Popular Horse Of His Time And The Richest Racehorse The World Had Ever Seen.In The Wake Of World War Ii, As Turmoil And Chaos Were Giving Way To A Spirit Of Optimism, Americans Were Looking For Inspiration And Role Models Showing That It Was Possible To Start From The Bottom And Work Your Way Up To The Topand They Found It In Stymie, The Failed Racehorse Plucked From The Discard Heap By Trainer Hirsch Jacobs. Like Stymie, Jacobs Was A Commoner In 'The Sport Of Kings,' A Dirtpoor Brooklyn City Slicker Who Forged An Unlikely Career As Racing'S Winningest Trainer By Buying Cheap, Unsound Nags And Magically Transforming Them Into Winners. The $1,500 Pittance Jacobs Paid To Claim Stymie Became History'S Biggest Bargain As The Ultimate Iron Horse Went On To Run A Whopping 131 Races And Win 25 Stakes, Becoming The First Thoroughbred Ever To Earn More Than $900,000. The Cinderella Champion Nicknamed 'The People'S Horse' Captivated The Masses With His Rousing Chargefrombehind Stretch Runs, His Gritty Bluecollar Work Ethic, And His Ragstoriches Success Story. In A Golden Age When Horse Racing Rivaled Baseball And Boxing As America'S Most Popular Pastime, He Was Every Bit As Inspiring A Sports Hero As Joe Dimaggio And Joe Louis.Taking Readers On A Crowdpleasing Ride With Stymie And Jacobs, Out Of The Clouds The Winner Of The Dr. Tony Ryan Book Award Unwinds A Reallife Horatio Alger Tale Of A Dauntless Team And Its Workingclass Fans Who Lived Vicariously Through The Stouthearted Little Colt They Embraced As Their Own.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Out of the Clouds'? A: The main theme of 'Out of the Clouds' is the inspiring story of Stymie, an unwanted Thoroughbred, and his trainer, Hirsch Jacobs, showcasing their journey from humble beginnings to achieving remarkable success in horse racing.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Out of the Clouds'? A: The author of 'Out of the Clouds' is Linda Carroll.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on May 29, 2018.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: How many pages are in 'Out of the Clouds'? A: 'Out of the Clouds' contains a total of 320 pages.
- Q: Is this book a first edition? A: Yes, 'Out of the Clouds' is a first edition.
- Q: What type of readers would enjoy this book? A: Readers who appreciate inspirational stories, sports history, and tales of underdogs in competition will likely enjoy this book.
- Q: What makes Stymie's story unique in horse racing? A: Stymie's story is unique due to his transformation from an unwanted horse to a celebrated champion, earning him the title of 'The People's Horse' and making him one of the richest racehorses in history.
- Q: What awards has 'Out of the Clouds' received? A: 'Out of the Clouds' won the Dr. Tony Ryan Book Award, recognizing its compelling narrative and contribution to horse racing literature.
- Q: Can this book be a good gift for horse racing enthusiasts? A: Yes, 'Out of the Clouds' would make an excellent gift for horse racing enthusiasts, as it highlights a significant historical figure in the sport and tells a captivating story.