The Post And The Paddock (1862)

The Post and the Paddock is a novel written by Henry Hall Dixon and published in 1862. The book is set in the world of horse racing and tells the story of a young man named Tom Brown who dreams of becoming a successful jockey. Tom is taken under the wing of a seasoned trainer named Mr. Drake and begins to learn the ins and outs of the racing world.As Tom progresses in his training, he becomes embroiled in a love triangle with two women: the beautiful but spoiled Lady Julia, and the kind and gentle Lucy. Tom must navigate his feelings for both women while also dealing with the challenges of racing and the cutthroat competition of the sport.The novel is filled with vivid descriptions of horse racing and the world surrounding it, including the rivalries between trainers, the gambling that goes on behind the scenes, and the excitement of the races themselves. It also explores themes of love, loyalty, and the pursuit of success.Overall, The Post and the Paddock is a gripping and entertaining novel that offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of horse racing in the 19th century.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.