The jacket is bumped at the edges and the head of the spine has a short tear; apart from very minor foxing to the front end paper, the body ofthe book is immaculate. 'Australia's Greatest Racehorses.'..is a combination of stories and portraits that blend together to give an absorbing insight into the characteristics of the champion represented. The volume is not to be seen as a definite study , but theb horses selected have not only all the qualities of a champion but fascinating stories thatvtell of the richness of Australian racing" (front flap) Includes 25 full-page coloured plates, as well as breeding and racing history.