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Usually ships in 1 business days | | | In a straightforward narration, Prado (with journalist Eisenberg) relates the brief, poignant story of Barbaro's rise and fall. One of the most successful jockeys in history, Prado sensed Barbaro's special qualities during a race in Maryland. After going undefeated in their first three races together, Prado and Barbaro shared an easy 2006 Kentucky Derby victory that positioned Barbaro to win the Triple Crown. Disaster struck at the Preakness, however, when Barbaro shattered a leg into more than two dozen pieces just out of the gate. His struggle for survival was avidly covered by the media and made the horse a national hero. Sadly, after a prolonged struggle and multiple surgeries, Barbaro had to be put down. Prado's matter-of-fact presentation is most successful when he's describing the routines and rituals and his own intense work habits. His journey from a one-room house in Lima, Peruâwhich he shared with his parents and 10 brothers and sistersâto a place at the top of his profession is fascinating in its own right. Out of necessity, jockeys try not to get attached to particular horses, but the loss of his mother just before the Kentucky Derby made Prado particularly sensitive to Barbaro's plight. (Apr.)
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| | Product Details | | Author: | Edgar Prado | | Hardcover: | 208 pages | | Publisher: | Harper | | Publication Date: | April 01, 2008 | | ISBN: | 006146418X | | Package Length: | 8.4 inches | | Package Width: | 5.5 inches | | Package Height: | 1.1 inches | | Package Weight: | 0.8 pounds | | Average Customer Rating: |  based on 16 reviews |
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 more than "meets the eye" Sep 14, 2008
Of course, it is a "wonderful" read....but you know you will cry. There is so much more "than meets the eye" going on with horse racing. I'm glad this good man is working to help other not so valuable horses....where is PETA anyway? Horses are being bred to be big and powerful....but those small (thin, in comparison to body) legs , ankles etc. are too prone to break. Note also the death of the filly due to a break this year too. I could go on and on.....but y'all can surmise the atrocities. And don't forget: Big Brown was put to a race with a known cracked hoof.
For Barbaro fans, this really is a must read Aug 11, 2008
So moving, so honest, so touching...Edgar Prado's story, his own life,
and his love for this horse, just made me weep. Barbaro's story turned
tragic, but during his short life, he was loved very much by very special
people...Edgar Prado is one of them.
They will be linked forever.
 More Barbaro, less jockey Jul 30, 2008
Edgar Prado and his co-writer did a good job representing his love and relationship for and with Barbaro. If anyone wants to know the life style and schedule of a professional jockey, this is the book to read. For me personally I appreciated the further evidence of Barbaro's intellect and intuition by the report of Mr. Prado that "a psychic had called Mrs. Jackson to tell her when Barbaro broke through the gate before the Preaknes, he knew something bad was going to happen. He didn't know exactly what, the psychic said, but he was trying to send a message that we were unable to read."I loved and still do love Barbaro. I grieve his untimely passing.
The Horse No One Can Forget! Jul 07, 2008
What better way to remenber the horse everyone in the world loves, but through the eyes of his jockey. Edgar Prado respected the ability of Barbaro, developed a relationship that took them to the top, but also
the tragic side of racing, his accident.Everyone who loves animals should read this book!
THE HEARTBREAK OF A FALLEN HERO Jun 25, 2008
I am so proud of Edgar for writting this book! It is wonderful to get the jockey's perspective, as I have read just about everything I could get my hands on about BARBARO...but, this book makes the circle complete. The heartbreak in this man's life and the triumphs of joy, make this book one you cannot put down! I very much appreciated the jockey's life story, incorporated with BARBARO...the two were a divine intervention, destined to be together. It is enlightening to see someone of meager beginnings, set a goal and achieve it! This book did make me wonder if ALL jockey's are as caring and understand their job on their mounts, as Edgar does. The day of the Preakness, he had a "gut feeling" that something was wrong; unfortunatley it took 100 yards for the ultimate breakdown of BARBARO, but it could have been so much worse if not for Edgar. This book made me feel that I was right there...it made for many tears too. The pictures were an added bonus. I am a Thoroughbed owner (non-racing), so I understand the bond that cannot be broken. My life was in a downword spiral, during the eight months BARBARO struggled to live...and to this day he is still my inspiration, giving me the courage to go on. Without Edgar, who knows how the story of BARBARO would have been told. THANK YOU EDGAR PRADO FOR WRITTING THIS STORY FROM YOUR HEART & SHARING IT WITH US*****
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