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The Wit of the Turf
Alastair Urquhart · illustrated by Tic Tac
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- Author
- Alastair Urquhart
- Illustrator
- Tic Tac
- Publisher
- Leslie Frewin Publishers Limited
- Year
- 1972
- Edition
- First edition
- Binding
- Hardback
- Dust jacket
- Yes – Good
- Condition
- Very Good
About this copy
This is the first edition of a compilation of wit and humour from the world of British horse racing. Urquhart, a seasoned racing journalist, has gathered stories, anecdotes, and witticisms from the full spectrum of racing life – from punters and jockeys to bookmakers and owners. The book contains a foreword by Phil Bull, and jacket design by Malcolm Lawson-Paul.
Binding: Green cloth boards with original pictorial dust jacket. The jacket features charming cartoon illustrations reflecting the racing theme.
Condition
- Book
- Very Good – Clean, sound copy with tight binding and bright pages. Only minimal wear consistent with age.
- Dust jacket
- Good – Vibrant colours, some edge fading to spine, no major tears or losses.
This is a pre-owned book, and minor age-related wear may be present beyond what is specifically mentioned. All readily visible defects have been described to the best of my ability. Please see photos, which form part of the description.
Collector's notes
- One of Leslie Frewin's famous "Wit Series" – a substantial publishing programme of humorous compilations on specialist subjects
- First edition, first printing (1972)
- Cartoons by Tic Tac add visual appeal throughout
- Original dust jacket with design by Malcolm Lawson-Paul
- Foreword by Phil Bull, a legendary racing figure
- ISBN 85632 013 7
This is a pre-owned book. Please look at every photograph: they show its true condition.