Thoroughbreds by William Alexander Fraser

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Author Fraser, William Alexander, 1859-1933
Title Thoroughbreds
Credits Produced by An Anonymous Volunteer, and David Widger
Summary "Thoroughbreds" by William Alexander Fraser is a historical novel likely written in the early 20th century. The story unfolds in the quaint village of Brookfield, highlighting the lives of two key characters, John Porter, an avid horse racing enthusiast known for his integrity, and the Reverend Dolman, his moral adversary who harbors disdain for the sport. The book explores family dynamics, particularly the differing allegiances within the Porter household regarding horse racing, and sets up a narrative that intertwines personal passions with the looming specter of societal judgment. The opening of "Thoroughbreds" introduces readers to a tension-filled community where horse racing has re-emerged as a controversial topic. We meet John Porter, whose love for racing stands in stark contrast to the disapproving views of his wife and Reverend Dolman. This spectacle leads to a successful church concert where burnished emotions are stirred by a poem recited by their daughter, Allison, about a noteworthy horse, Crusader. The narrative soon transitions into a tense race at Morris Park, amplifying the stakes for Porter as he delves deeper into the world of competitive racing, intertwined with suspicion and the potential for betrayal. As the story escalates, themes of honesty, family loyalty, and moral conflict begin to take shape in a world where the noble sport of horse racing is shadowed by corruption and greed. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Horse racing -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 9088
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 28, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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