Tod Sloan (1915)

Tod Sloan (1915) is an autobiography written by the famous American jockey, Tod Sloan. The book chronicles Sloan's life from his early childhood to his rise to fame as one of the most successful jockeys in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Sloan shares his experiences of growing up in a poor family in Indiana, his early days as a stable boy, and his journey to becoming a jockey.The book also provides an insight into the world of horse racing during Sloan's time. Sloan shares his experiences of riding some of the most famous horses of the era, including the legendary horse, Man o' War. He also talks about the challenges he faced as a jockey, including the physical demands of the sport, the dangers of injuries, and the intense competition among riders.In addition to his racing career, Sloan also shares his personal life, including his relationships with women, his struggles with alcoholism, and his eventual retirement from racing. The book provides a fascinating glimpse into the life of one of the most famous jockeys of all time and is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of horse racing.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.