The golden bridle by Jane Rice
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"The Golden Bridle" by Jane Rice is a novel written during the early 20th century. This work tells a compelling story set in the world of horse racing, focusing on themes of luck, superstition, and personal redemption. The narrative offers a glimpse into the life of jockeys, capturing their dreams and struggles as they navigate the highs and lows of their profession. The plot revolves around Jimmie Winkie, an aspiring jockey who
finds a mysterious golden bridle that seems to bring him incredible luck and success in races. Alongside his friend Jinx Jackson, Jimmie's rise to fame is juxtaposed with his personal life, particularly his relationship with his sister, Ditsy. As Jimmie's fortunes change, so too does Ditsy's well-being, leading to tension and a tragic climax that questions the nature of success, happiness, and sacrifice. The story ultimately illustrates the precarious balance of luck in racing and the indelible impact of personal choices that resonate beyond the track. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Rice, Jane, 1913-2003 |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Alfred, Newton H., 1900-1963 |
| Title | The golden bridle |
| Original Publication | United States: Street & Smith Publications, Inc.,1943. |
| Credits | Greg Weeks, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 87.5 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Horse racing -- Fiction |
| Subject | Jockeys -- Fiction |
| Subject | Mythology, Greek -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 69890 |
| Release Date | Jan 28, 2023 |
| Last Update | Oct 19, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 350 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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