The Female Jockey Club (1794)

The Female Jockey Club is a novel written by Charles Pigott and first published in 1794. It tells the story of a group of women who form a jockey club in order to compete in horse races against men. The main character, Miss Diana, is a skilled rider who is determined to prove that women can be just as good as men in the sport of horse racing. The novel explores themes of gender equality, social class, and the role of women in society. It also provides a glimpse into the world of horse racing during the late 18th century, including the rules and regulations of the sport and the social dynamics among jockeys and horse owners.Throughout the book, the female jockeys face opposition and discrimination from men who believe that women are not capable of competing in horse races. However, they persevere and ultimately succeed in proving their worth as skilled riders.The Female Jockey Club is a groundbreaking work of fiction that challenges traditional gender roles and celebrates the strength and determination of women. It remains a significant contribution to the history of women's sports and feminist literature.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.