{"title":"Nicholas Clee","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNicholas Clee\u003c\/strong\u003e writes with an insightful eye on the world of sports, exploring themes that go beyond the action to examine the culture and characters that shape it. His works offer thoughtful narratives that appeal to enthusiasts of equestrian sports and those interested in the human stories behind competitive pursuits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders can expect a blend of vivid storytelling and sharp observation, particularly in the context of horse racing and training. With a style that balances passion and precision, Clee’s books invite reflection on the complexities and traditions of sporting life.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"courses-for-horses-by-nicholas-clee-9781474618434","title":"Courses for Horses","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSHORTLISTED FOR BEST SPORTS WRITING AT THE 2024 SPORTS BOOK AWARDS\u003c\/b\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn parks, on downlands and heaths, by motorways, overlooking firths: the racecourses of Britain and Ireland are as various as the people you meet there. Some - Newmarket, Epsom, the Curragh - are rich in history, and among the most celebrated sporting venues in the world; others - Fakenham, Bangor-on-Dee, Perth - offer more modest but no less enjoyable spectacles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJourneying round these courses, Nicholas Clee meets the people who bring them to life: from those in the spotlight, including a Grand National-winning jockey, Derby-winning owner and top TV commentator; to many others with key roles in the sport - bookmakers, form experts, racecourse managers and more. From them, he learns about the bravery, dedication, skill and expertise that make racing one of our most popular spectator sports.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether basking in sunshine or sheltering from a hurricane, sampling a variety of pies or recoiling from the world's worst curry, losing his money with the bookies or at the Tote windows, Clee soaks up the atmosphere, delves into racing business, and marvels at the uniqueness of each course and its people. Written with a keen eye, gentle humour and a deep love for the sport, \u003ci\u003eCourses for Horses\u003c\/i\u003e takes us behind the scenes at that grand outing: a day at the races.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47596059492588,"sku":"9781474618434","price":53.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781474618434-courses-for-horses.jpg?v=1777914939"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/nicholas-clee.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}