Pellom McDaniels III writes history and biography, often exploring sports and social themes. He is the author of "Without Regard to Sex, Race, or Color" and "Prince of Jockeys," a book about jockey Isaac Murphy.
Prince of Jockeys
Prince of Jockeys
Synopsis
Isaac Burns Murphy was a dynamic jockey, celebrated for his unmatched win record and three Kentucky Derby victories. Despite his success, he was forced out of Thoroughbred racing due to racial discrimination and died in obscurity. This biography explores Murphy's life during the Civil War, Reconstruction, and the Jim Crow era, highlighting his importance in sports and his contributions to African American identity and community.
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Prince of JockeysUnknown, 2018
550 pages
University Press of KentuckyLanguage: EnglishISBN: 97808131758124 editions available
