{"product_id":"the-south-carolina-jockey-club-1857-facsimile-edition-from-kessinger-publishing","title":"The South Carolina Jockey Club (1857) — Facsimile Edition from Kessinger Publishing","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDiscover a pivotal chapter in American horse racing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe South Carolina Jockey Club (1857) by John Beaufain Irving is presented here in a faithful facsimile edition from Kessinger Publishing. This edition brings a rare 19th-century voice into clear focus, inviting readers to explore the formation and development of one of the era's most influential racing clubs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book opens with a concise history of early South Carolina racing and the club's founding in 1827. It then follows the club's organization, including rules and regulations, and chronicles the races that drew crowds, bettors, and spectators to the track.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat you’ll find inside\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA detailed account of the club’s structure, governance, and event calendar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfiles of notable horses and jockeys who competed under its banner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInsights into the social and cultural role of racing in South Carolina during the era\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eEdition highlights and reader benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA rare, scarce antiquarian title preserved as a high-quality facsimile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFaithful reproduction, including original typography and layout for authentic study\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelpful context for researchers and enthusiasts of 19th-century American sport and society\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact, readable format suitable for personal libraries or reference collections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNote: The facsimile may include imperfections such as library marks or marginal notes, reflecting its history as a preserved artifact. This edition is intended to protect, preserve, and promote a significant part of the world’s literature with careful care for future readers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHistorically, the book offers a window into antebellum Southern society, including the rituals, attire, and community gatherings surrounding race days. While not a modern racing manual, it contextualizes racing as a social event that shaped local identity and networks among planters, merchants, and enthusiasts. The edition is a valuable resource for students, collectors, and readers who value archival materials that illuminate cultural history through sport.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What is included in The South Carolina Jockey Club (1857) facsimile edition?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: A faithful facsimile of the 1857 text, with notes on content, and possible library markings as in the original.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Who would benefit most from this edition?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Readers interested in 19th-century horse racing, Southern culture, or archival research may find this a valuable reference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Kessinger Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53089226981487,"sku":"116474447X","price":63.21,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0724\/7354\/2767\/files\/kessinger-south-carolina-jockey-club-1857-cover.jpg?v=1778686657","url":"https:\/\/golfavero.com\/products\/the-south-carolina-jockey-club-1857-facsimile-edition-from-kessinger-publishing","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}