Suffolk Downs (MA) (Images of Sports) [Paperback]

Christian Teja (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: June 27, 2005

Since opening on July 10, 1935, Suffolk Downs has played host to some of Thoroughbred racing's greatest champions, including Triple Crown winners War Admiral, Whirlaway, and Assault, as well as other greats such as Seabiscuit, John Henry, and Cigar. In addition to these legendary horses, hall of fame jockeys George Woolf, Johnny Longden, Eddie Arcaro, Chris McCarron, Angel Cordero, and Jerry Bailey have all competed at the East Boston oval. The signature race at Suffolk Downs, the Massachusetts Handicap, maintains a prominent date on the Boston sports calendar. The list of heralded visitors to Suffolk Downs is in no way limited to the racing world. Entertainer Bing Crosby and television star Rin Tin Tin have made appearances, and the Beatles performed their final Boston show at Suffolk Downs in 1966. Through nearly two hundred images, Suffolk Downs revisits these monumental racehorses, personalities, and events.

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About the Author

Christian Teja is the director of public and media relations at Suffolk Downs and president of the New England Turf Writers Association. He is a graduate of Boston College.

Product Details

• Paperback: 128 pages
• Publisher: Arcadia Publishing (June 27, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0738538205
• ISBN-13: 978-0738538204
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 6.6 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,010,203 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Excellent read for the racing fan, July 20, 2005

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Chris in CT "Chris" (Connecticut) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Suffolk Downs (MA) (Images of Sports) (Paperback)

Thoroughly enjoyed reading about the history of Suffoilk Downs. Many very striking photos, along with tons of interesting notes, anecdotes and stories on some of the other events staged at the East Boston Oval.

And then of course, is the racing. From Seabiscuit to Cigar, its all covered!

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A fine memoir for horse racing fans, November 7, 2005

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This review is from: Suffolk Downs (MA) (Images of Sports) (Paperback)

Suffolk Downs has hosted some of the best Thoroughbred races this country has seen since its opening on July 10, 1935, and the high points of the race track's events are captured in nearly 200 images in Suffolk Downs, a visual treat surveying the horse-racing championships which have been featured over the decades. Vivid and vintage black and white shots show both races in progress and before- and after-race scenes, with a range of images capturing both male and female jockeys, sponsors, trainers, and of course, the horses. A fine memoir for horse racing fans.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Not just for horse racing fans, August 11, 2005

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Teja's photo history of Suffolk Downs not only captures great moments in horse racing but also connects the track's history to interesting cultural and historical events. For New England horse racing fans this book is a must have with tremendous photos that illustrate the colorful history of the East Boston Oval.