Good paperbound covers stained, dogeared and chipped due to poor storage. And according to author steve haskin in his book john henry. Thoroughbred series in order joanna campbell fictiondb. March 1975 thoroughbred racehorse john henry was born. Of course, everyone knows how john affected the lives of ron. John henry picture book by julius lester thoughtco. Breyer horse black gold san domingo mold henry book le. John henry, the 10th book in the thoroughbred legends series, was. Thejohn henry documentary chronicled the life and legacy of this remarkable animal. This is the large pamphlet published by wall to cover prominent horses developed in 1946 and to bring thoroughbred bloodlines up to date, and to correct errors in.
He was sired by ole bob bowers by prince blessed out. John henry, although familiar to many who follow thoroughbred racing, was not familiar to the general public. Steve davidowitz betting thoroughbreds for the 21st century might not be the most entertaining handicapping book, but it is definitely one of the most useful and, arguably, the most essential book for horseplayers both old and new. Battlecry is the sire of fleet goddess, a filly that ashleigh griffen purchases in the thoroughbred series. If john henry had one positive trait, it was his ability to touch peoples lives. The history of thoroughbred racing in america by robertson. Among british horses, frankel is only briefly mentioned in the piece on henry cecil. John henry horse page with past performances, results, pedigree, photos and videos. He is the oldest horse to win that title at age 9, and the only one to win it twice in nonconsecutive years. Oct 08, 2007 john henry, the legendary thoroughbred racehorse who was twice horse of the year, was humanely euthanatized at the kentucky horse park today at 7. John henry famous racehorse in art by artist heather rohde. Last week, we in horse racing lost one of our mostrevered and beloved warriors. The thoroughbred legends book series by multiple authors includes books man o war. Careful assessment, however, reveals that john henry has.
After his last race at the 1984 ballatine scotch classic, he retired in 1985 as the worlds richest thoroughbred. John henry is one of 50 thoroughbreds profiled in royal blood. If you have dogs or breed dogs, we encourage you to use our new site by adding dogs and giving us suggestions. The sad but unanimous decision was reached by a team of people who knew him best. The complete series list for thoroughbred joanna campbell. The legendary paul bunyan of railroad construction crews, john henry was challenged more than a century ago by a gang foreman with a newfangled steam drill. Thoroughbred heritage bibliography please note this is a listing of books that have been written on the subject, and is not a listing of books offered for sale acton, c. The book is fanastic in that the characters jump off the page. Thoroughbred legends thoroughbred legends number 2, citation.
Steve haskin, an awardwinning writer for the bloodhorse tells a lively tale of the dumpy little bay horse that was back at the knees and, like a bargainbasement sale item. Welcome to, your official source for horse racing results, mobile racing data, statistics as well as all other horse racing and thoroughbred racing information. Henry 2x winner of the eclipse award for horse of the year. John henry, the legendary thoroughbred racehorse who was twice horse of the year, was humanely euthanatized at the kentucky horse park today. This project will eventually serve as the framework for an updated pedigree query site. Because the book is unable to do more than give us an appreciation of the subject, a lot of great champions arent even mentioned. John mcevoy books list of books by author john mcevoy. This article about the racehorse john henry appeared as original content on in january 20. It is the only book written outside of the thoroughbred series that is.
John henry a nondescript brown gelding with an even more nondescript pedigree, john henry went on to become the richest racehorse in america at the time of his retirement. Retired thoroughbred racehorse john henry grazes in a paddock near his stall on friday, march 2, 2007, at the kentucky horse park near lexington ky. John henry and martha jane work as a team, from staying up with new foals to working in tandem at sales. Its that dedication and refusal to give up that have driven the mulhollands to the top of the thoroughbred industry. As such, it is responsible for maintaining the american stud book, which includes all thoroughbreds foaled in the united states, canada and puerto rico as well as. See the complete thoroughbred series book list in order, box sets or omnibus editions, and companion titles. Horse profile for john henry equibase is your official source for.
John henry rallies to win inaugural arlington million. John henry picture book 1994 a childrens picture book by julius lester. And rubin termed john henrys comefrombehind victory in his final race, the 1984 ballantines scotch classic handicap at the meadowlands, as absolutely unbelievable. Racehorse john henry dead at 32 the horse owners resource. Makes you feel like you are actually there and reliving the experiences of john and his family. The mephistopheles figure in the sport of kings, a novel that. If anyone ever taught a class in handicapping, betting thoroughbreds would top the list of required reading and be the book that motivated students would keep on. Note though that many champions do not appear on the list as an unexpected defeat may be caused by many factors such as injury, illness, going, racing tactics and differences in weight carried, the latter being particularly. This is their story, as told in my book, john henry. Written by racing historian jim bolus with illustrations and commentary by noted equine artist richard stone reeves, the book was released by the bloodhorse, inc. He was sired by ole bob bowers by prince blessed out of once double by double jay. And the thing is, he probably was one of the nastiest equines ever to grace this earth. The series was started in 1991 by joanna campbell better known as jo ann simon, previously haessig, and numbered 72 books, in addition to several super editions and a spinoff series, ashleigh, by the time it ended in 2005.
John henrys passion, will, determination, intelligence, and heart made him a true champion, and definitely a legend. Thoroughbred legends thoroughbred legends, number 11. Frank foresters horse and horsemanship of the united states and british provinces of north america. The thoroughbred book series by multiple authors includes books a horse called wonder, wonders promise, wonders first race, and several more. John henry, a 1940 broadway musical based on the 1931 novel.
Youre together 360 days out of the year, says john henry. Recommended reading welcome to thoroughbred heritage. John henry, winner of 39 races, became the only horse to nab first place twice for both the arlington million and santa anita handicap. Aug 01, 2001 now in paperback, john henry continues to entertain horse racing and sports fans with its true rags to riches tale.
Julius lesters john henry is based on the african american folk ballad john henry, the tale of john henry, the steeldriving man who was bigger and stronger than anyone and the competition. Careful assessment, however, reveals that john henry has a large frame and is a bit leggy for a horse of his size. May 10, 2019 its that dedication and refusal to give up that have driven the mulhollands to the top of the thoroughbred industry. Theres a gaping hole in the world, now that hes no longer standing on it. Written by racing historian jim bolus with illustrations and commentary by noted equine artist richard stone. John henry 1a, with bill shoemaker up, wins the arlington on million sunday at arlington park in this aug. In 1981 he rode john henry, winner of the arlington million, the first milliondollar stake race for thoroughbreds. John henry was an animal who inspired human beings by his free spirit, honor, intelligence, humor, love of life, and everything else life has to offer. Find the complete thoroughbred legends book series listed in order.
Although australia gets fair coverage, there is no mention of black caviar. This entry was posted in bloodstock and tagged arlington million, arlington park, horse racing, horse racing and breeding, john henry, kentucky horse park, paulick report, thoroughbred. John henry was a late entry into the inaugural breeders cup in 1984 but a strained ligament in his left foreleg caused him to be withdrawn from the race and retired. Jul 22, 2017 fortunately he somehow emerged unscathed and the rest as they say is history. Legendary racehorse john henry euthanatized at 32 the horse. John henry, the 10 th book in the thoroughbred legends series, was released by eclipse press in 2001.
Mar 18, 2017 the legend of john henry has been celebrated in song and story for generations, but my favorite version is the childrens picture book john henry by julius lester, with illustrations by jerry pinkney. One of the problems in a book such as this is the overuse of racing jargon, which might not be understood by the casual fan. But this chapter in john henrys life is far more profound for the effect the horse would have on the life of his then trainer phil marino. John henry march 9, 1975 october 8, 2007 was an american champion thoroughbred racehorse. The 500 mourners sat respectfully in folding chairs in front of the gravesite as the former governor eulogized the departed. Willie shoemakers illustrated book of racing, written with dan smith, was published in 1976. Ashleigh griffen swore shed never give her heart want to read. John henrys body is full of racing advantages not obvious at first glance. Now in paperback, john henry continues to entertain horse racing and sports fans with its true rags to riches tale. But in his 32 years on earth, he made his presence felt both on the track and in the lives of the people who knew and loved him. John henry, phil marino, and early cajun days hangin. History of thoroughbred racing in america, the by robertson, william h. He was the winner of 30 stakes races, was voted horse of the year in l981 and in 1984, and was even included in people magazines most intriguing people of 1984 roundup story. Find everything you need to know about horse racing at.
Fortunately he somehow emerged unscathed and the rest as they say is history. One of her best offspring, zenobia, was willed by clay to his son, john morrison clay. A small, cantankerous, plain bay gelding, john henry was a horse no. The list of leading thoroughbred racehorses contains the names of undefeated racehorses and other horses that had an outstanding race record in specific categories. John henry is book number ten in the thoroughbred legends series published by the eclipse press out of lexington, kentucky. This is the large pamphlet published by wall to cover prominent horses developed in 1946 and to bring thoroughbred bloodlines up to date, and to correct errors in that book. John henry, phil marino, and early cajun days hangin with. The story concerns battlecry, an unruly black stallion, and leslie dandrea, who sets out to try to turn him into a champion. Other notable horses he rode included gallant man, damascus, spectacular bid, and swaps. Turf champ john henry is horse of the year bloodhorse. Snowden ran john henry in his own colors in an al lowance race at keeneland, and he finished fourth. Remembering john henry on million day horse racing news. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that. Great deals on one book or all books in the series.
Aug 06, 2019 and according to author steve haskin in his book john henry. By marion altieri no rants, vitriol or even a single drop of venom in this piece. Mar 10, 2017 john henry s body is full of racing advantages not obvious at first glance. See more ideas about horse racing, thoroughbred and racehorse. Based on what i know, most of the really famous american horses get a mention including secretariat, seabiscuit, native dancer, man o war, lexington and cigar, although john henry is a notable omission.
John henry, a 1994 album by they might be giants john henry or john henry blues, a song recorded by deford bailey. Thoroughbred pedigree for john henry, progeny, and female family reports from the thoroughbred horse pedigree query. Welcome to, your official source for horse racing results, mobile racing data, statistics as well as all other horse racing and thoroughbred racing. This is one fantastic book for fans of the late great john henry. The legend of john henry has been celebrated in song and story for generations, but my favorite version is the childrens picture book john henry by julius lester, with illustrations by jerry pinkney. This week is a look at john henry s 1984 horse of the year title. Now in paperback, john henry continues to entertain horse racing and sports. A public memorial service will be held october 19 at 2 p.