Racing Around Britain

Book excerpt: As relief from his lecturing duties, Stephen Cartmell set off to explore Britain using the cultural melting pot of the U.K. 's 59 racecourses as his staging posts. During his travels, the author observed the frequent absurdity of the British; the peculiarities of their institutions; and developed a satirical critique of one of the country's favourite pastimes. ability to find humour even in the face of petty officialdom, this acclaimed book is not simply a travelogue of racing but a key to understanding Britain and its curiously comical inhabitants. Racegoer, traveler or first time visitor, Stephen Cartmell's stories are sure to add colour to your journey.