Hibernia Hippica (1900)

Hibernia Hippica is a book written by Maurice O'Connor Morris and published in 1900. The book is a comprehensive guide to the history and development of horse racing in Ireland, also known as Hibernia. The author covers a wide range of topics related to the sport, including the origins of horse racing in Ireland, the different types of races, the famous horses and jockeys, and the major racecourses in the country.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of Irish horse racing. The first chapter provides an overview of the history of the sport, tracing its origins back to ancient times. The subsequent chapters delve into more specific topics, such as the different types of races and the various breeds of horses used in racing.Throughout the book, Morris provides detailed descriptions of the major races and racecourses in Ireland, including the Irish Derby, the Irish Oaks, and the Curragh Racecourse. He also profiles some of the most famous horses and jockeys in Irish racing history, such as Arkle, Lester Piggott, and Vincent O'Brien.Overall, Hibernia Hippica is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of horse racing in Ireland. The book provides a fascinating look at the development of the sport over the centuries and offers insights into the key figures and events that have shaped Irish racing into what it is today.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.