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Dubai

Author : Pranay Gupte

Publisher : Penguin Books India

Page : 497 pages

File Size : 11,89 MB

Release : 2011

Category : History

ISBN : 0670085170

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In just two decades, Dubai has reinvented itself from a small, poor and quiet fishing village to a dazzling city with a vibrant urban life. How did this happen? Home to more than 200 nationalities particularly those from the Indian subcontinent the emirate's choice to welcome expatriates has paid off. Cultivating an open and welcoming culture, Dubai manages to attract people from all over the world, heartily embracing any entrepreneurial contribution they wish to make. The emirate is now also known for its cosmopolitan melting-pot culture, and its enabling environment to conduct business, and this, along with the tax-free system and hassle-free infrastructure, makes it a much sought- after site for multinational enterprises who want a base in Asia. Unlike the Gulf emirates that can count on petroleum wealth, Dubai has wound its way to prosperity by planning carefully and executing those plans methodically. Its airline and luxury construction have made it a popular destination for luxury tourism. Projects like the Burj al-Arab, the Palm Jumeriah and the Burj Khalifa, along with events like the world's richest horserace the Dubai World Cup and the Dubai Shopping Festival, have sustained tourist interest and focused the world's attention on the emirate.



Modern Greats (text version)

Author : Timeform

Publisher : Timeform

Page : 393 pages

File Size : 28,98 MB

Release : 2013-12-16

Category : Sports & Recreation

ISBN :

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Following in the tradition of the highly acclaimed 'Favourite Racehorses' published in 1997, Modern Greats brings the story of racing in the Timeform era right up to date. Modern Greats relives the memories of Flat superstars such as Dubai Millennium, Sea The Stars and Black Caviar, as well as jumps heroes like Kauto Star, Best Mate and Moscow Flyer, plus many, many more. Topics covered include the ‘Globetrotters’ on the Flat, looking at the rapid evolution and increasing importance of the international scene, while the jumps has a dedicated Grand National section featuring some of the more memorable winners and the stories that surrounded them.



The Cambridge Companion to Horseracing

Author : Rebecca Cassidy

Publisher : Cambridge University Press

Page : 255 pages

File Size : 21,92 MB

Release : 2013-03-28

Category : Sports & Recreation

ISBN : 1107495733

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People have been racing horses for thousands of years, all over the world. Yet horseracing is often presented as an English creation that was exported, unaltered, to the colonies. This Companion investigates the intersection of racing and literature, art, history and finance, casting the sport as the product of cross-class, cosmopolitan and international influences. Chapters on racing history and the origins of the thoroughbred demonstrate how the gift of a fast horse could forge alliances between nations, and the extent to which international power dynamics can be traced back to racetracks and breeding sheds. Leading scholars and journalists draw on original research and firsthand experience to create portraits of the racetracks of Newmarket, Kentucky, the Curragh, and Hunter Valley, exposing readers to new racing frontiers in China and Dubai as well. A unique resource for fans and scholars alike, reopening essential questions regarding the legacy and importance of horseracing today.



Top 10 Dubai

Author : Lara Dunston

Publisher : Penguin

Page : 227 pages

File Size : 22,25 MB

Release : 2010-09-01

Category : Travel

ISBN : 0756681006

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DK Eyewitness Top 10 Dubai and Abu Dhabi will lead you straight to the best attractions this bustling, vibrant place has to offer. Whether you want to explore Jumeirah Mosque, visit the iconic Burj Al Arab, float on Dubai Creek in a dhow or shop till you drop in Dubai’s souqs, this pocket-size travel guide is packed with essential information, whatever your budget. Your guide to the Top 10 best of everything in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, you’ll find dozens of lists including the Top 10 restaurants, Top 10 beauty spots and Top 10 places to stay, plus there’s even a Top 10 list of things to avoid. DK Eyewitness Top 10 Dubai and Abu Dhabi is packed with beautiful illustrations and detailed cutaways of the greatest attractions in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, with comprehensive reviews and recommendations of the best hotels, spas, shopping and nightlife. Included with this DK Eyewitness Top 10 Travel Guide is a day guide to ensure you don’t miss a thing. DK Eyewitness Top 10 Dubai and Abu Dhabi - showing you what others only tell you.



Britain and Ireland's Top 100 Racehorses of All Time

Author : Robin Oakley

Publisher : Icon Books

Page : 452 pages

File Size : 40,54 MB

Release : 2012-10-04

Category : Sports & Recreation

ISBN : 190685047X

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Kauto Star, Nijinsky, Arkle, Desert Orchid, Frankel, Red Rum ... how do you rank the best British and Irish horses from both Flat racing and jumping? How do you compare a fleet-footed sprinter with the robust staying power of a steeplechaser? Robin Oakley's highly personal list will provoke debate among racing fans everywhere. A lifelong devotee of racing and well known as the Turf correspondent for the Spectator, former BBC Political Editor Robin Oakley has made his selection not just on statistics but on the 'fun factor', giving prominence to horses who seized the public's imagination. He brings the legendary names of past and present vividly to life with a wealth of fascinating stories behind their victories. Illuminated by archive photographs that illustrate the athleticism, character and courage of the horses, Britain and Ireland's Top 100 Racehorses of All Time is the perfect gift for any fan of racing and its colourful history.



Eclipse

Author : Nicholas Clee

Publisher : Abrams

Page : 325 pages

File Size : 47,36 MB

Release : 2012-03-29

Category : Sports & Recreation

ISBN : 1468300059

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Watching Eclipse is the man who wants to buy him. An adventurer and rogue who has made his money through gambling, Dennis O'Kelly is also a known companion to the madam of a notorious London brothel. Under O'Kelly's management, Eclipse would go on a winning streak unparalleled for the next two centuries. As journalist Nicholas Clee explores in this captivating romp, while O'Kelly was destined to remain an outcast to the racing establishment, his horse would go on to become the undisputed, undefeated champion of the sport. Not only a consummate winner, Eclipse exemplified the perfect thoroughbred -- a status he retains even today. Eclipse's male-line descendants include Secretariat, Barbaro, and all but three of the Kentucky Derby winners of the past fifty years.



The Rough Guide to Dubai

Author : Gavin Thomas

Publisher : Rough Guides UK

Page : 235 pages

File Size : 36,76 MB

Release : 2010-11-01

Category : Travel

ISBN : 184836587X

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This first edition of The Rough Guide to Dubai is the ultimate companion to the world's most exciting tourist destination. Read expert coverage on everything from traditional souks to state-of-the-art tourist attractions, beautiful beaches to "seven-star" hotels, with up-to-date listings of all the hottest places to stay, eat, drink and shop. An inspirational introduction highlights the best of the city, while subsequent sections reveal the incredible contrasts between traditional and futuristic Dubai. The Rough Guide to Dubai features the latest developments to Dubai Marina and the Palm Jumeirah, as well as day-trips throughout the UAE, including Sharajah, Al Ain, the East Coast and ambitious Abu Dhabi. Comprehensive maps throughout help you find your way around the region. Make the most of your trip with The Rough Guide to Dubai.



Winning Without Thinking

Author : Nick Mordin

Publisher : Aesculus Press Ltd

Page : 324 pages

File Size : 34,72 MB

Release : 2006-10

Category : Games & Activities

ISBN : 9781904328148

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Nick Mordin estimates he has spent over 30,000 hours researching racing results over the years. His aim has been to uncover the principles that govern the betting market and racing results themselves. In conducting his research Nick has tested thousands of systems, both his own and those developed by academics, professional gamblers and others around the globe. In Winning Without Thinking he shares the fruits of this work. the results of horse-races; basic principles that govern racing results and the betting market; mistakes commonly made by the general betting public and how to exploit them; full details of betting systems used by professional gamblers to make millions; how to predict and profit from new trends; and how to use computers to increase your returns.



Dynasties

Author : Edward L. Bowen

Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield

Page : 293 pages

File Size : 36,37 MB

Release : 2023-05-01

Category : Sports & Recreation

ISBN : 1493079387

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Examines how the modern American Thoroughbred has evolved primarily through the influence of 26 noteworthy stallions. Also covers the people who bred or owned these horses, intertwining their stories with those of their horses. These stallions helped America become the source of the world's best racehorses.



American Classic Pedigrees (1914-2002)

Author : Avalyn Hunter

Publisher : Eclipse Press

Page : 790 pages

File Size : 11,37 MB

Release : 2003

Category : Pets

ISBN : 9781581500950

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In a monumental and important work for the Thoroughbred industry, author and pedigree researcher Avalyn Hunter provides extensive pedigree analysis of every American classic race winner from 1914 through 2002.