Etched in Stone: Thoroughbred Memorials [Paperback]

Lucy Zeh (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 25, 2000

A fascinating historical tour of 475 Thoroughbred memorials commemorating legendary Thoroughbred racehorses buried in Central Kentucky. The memorials, dating from the 1870s to present day, range from simple markers to elaborate and ornate cemeteries. Zeh brings to life the names carved in granite, from Domino, the great 19th Century champion, to Secretariat and Mr. Prospector. Richly illustrated with over 100 photographs.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"A Memorable Read! Etched in Stone is a worthy addition to any Thoroughbred aficionado's library." -- The Trentonian, April 5, 2000

About the Author

Zeh-Equestrian & an owner of two Thoroughbred horses

Product Details

• Paperback: 256 pages
• Publisher: Eclipse Press; illustrated edition edition (April 25, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1581500238
• ISBN-13: 978-1581500233
• Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.4 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,289,069 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Long Overdue and Greatly Needed, October 8, 2000

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"fuzzydise" (Oklahoma) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Etched in Stone: Thoroughbred Memorials (Paperback)

This book, paying tribute to some of our nation's greatest athletes, has been long awaited and greatly overdue! Thoroughbreds, especially those from Kentucky (the horse capitol of the nation) have always been admired by all and this book only makes their legends live on more vivedly. With it's pictures and stories of the headstones and the great athletes that lie beneath, the author takes a vivid look at these magnificent beasts. I cannot wait to explore the graves highlighted!

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful tribute to Thoroughbred history!, May 21, 2001

By A Customer

This review is from: Etched in Stone: Thoroughbred Memorials (Paperback)

I just got my copy of Etched In Stone and thoroughly enjoyed this beautiful book. It is not the slightest bit morbid but rather a fond look back at those equines who have made an impact on racing. Seeing the graves and reading about (for many) forgotten Thoroughbreds brings these long-ago champions back to life. I hope to some day be able to visit these memorials myself. This is a must have book for the racing or horse fan!

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Remembering Racers Who Gave Their All On The Track, November 13, 2006

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This review is from: Etched in Stone: Thoroughbred Memorials (Paperback)

In photographs and words, Lucy Zeh captures the often beautiful monuments and sometimes the very simple graves of Thoroughbreds, some who are immortal & others who have been forgotten with the passage of many years.

There should be a special link between the breeder/owner of the racers who give so much in the oftentimes difficult life at the track. How the champions - and a runner did not have to be a graded stakes winner for the accolade - are treated in death speaks volumes about their handlers.

Etched In Stone reminds each reader that the Thoroughbred should be treated well in life and with dignity at death.