Horse Racing Terms

Coates has brilliantly managed to incorporate a clever comical aspect to her witty watercolours which puts the reader in to the picture straight away. From betting terms to racing lingo, the depth of her knowledge of all aspects of the industry shines through. This 144-page guide is a little gem.

* Irish Field *

As suggested by Weatherbys director Adrian McGlynn in his foreword to the book, there is nothing wrong with the language of racing, the problem simply lies in people’s ability to understand it.In this entertaining little book, Coates bridges the gap, providing readers with an accessible route into the sport and, through her comic descriptions, hopefully retaining them as fans.

* Racing Post *

Have you ever been to the races and been slightly bewildered by the terms being used to describe the horses, the ground, the people involved, the tack, the betting and everything else in between? This could be resolved by reading a new book by artist and racing enthusiast Rosemary Coates. … a guide to explain the jargon in simple terms, which she has beautifully illustrated with numerous amusing pictures.It would make a perfect gift for anyone who enjoys horse racing, whether they are a novice or experienced racegoer.

* Horse Week *

If you confuse your bumper from your puller, your each-way bet from our banker, then you’ll appreciate Rosemary Coates’ new book. She helps take some of the confusion out of the Sport of Kings. This diminutive book is full of wit and colourful illustrations and would be a great stocking filler for the horse racing folk in your life.

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