The Race Of Life (1906)

The Race of Life is a novel written by Guy Newell Boothby and published in 1906. The story follows the life of a young man named Richard Hatteras, who is an orphan and has been raised by his uncle. Richard is a talented athlete and a skilled horse rider, and he dreams of winning the Grand National, the most prestigious horse race in England. However, his uncle disapproves of his passion for racing and wants him to pursue a more respectable career.Richard's life takes an unexpected turn when he meets a mysterious woman named Zara, who introduces him to the world of high-stakes gambling. Zara is a beautiful and enigmatic woman who seems to have a secret agenda, and Richard becomes infatuated with her. He soon finds himself caught up in a dangerous game of gambling and deceit, where the stakes are much higher than he ever imagined.As Richard becomes more deeply involved in the world of gambling, he begins to lose sight of his dreams and his moral compass. He must navigate a treacherous path to find his way back to the life he once knew and the values that he holds dear.The Race of Life is a thrilling tale of adventure, romance, and moral dilemmas. It explores the themes of ambition, temptation, and the corrupting influence of wealth and power. Boothby's vivid descriptions of the horse races and the gambling dens of London make this book a compelling read for anyone interested in the history of horse racing and the culture of gambling in the early 20th 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.