Razoo at the Races: Diary of a Horse Player

by Gary West and Marvin Small

Book Overview

Razoo At The Races: Diary of a Horseplayer is one of the funniest books ever written about the racetrack and the sport of horse racing. It's fast, it's witty, and it brings to life the hilarious cast... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1892668092
• ISBN13: 9781892668097
• Release Date: May 1999
• Publisher: Prospect Press (WV)
• Length: 206 Pages
• Weight: 1.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 5.5" x 8.5"

Customer Reviews

Most entertaining book on horse racing since "Good Vibes."

Since "Good Vibes" in the 1980s, I've been looking for a horse racing book that could leave a smile on my face as it did. My seemingly endless search finally come to fruition when I picked up Gary West's "Razoo at the Races." I never thought anyone would have the forethought to actually write a book on horse racing that was both entertaining and educational. I would like to thank Mr. West and his partner Marvin Small for leading me into the world of insomnia. Most books are as good as the over-the-counter sleeping pill for solving the issue of elusive nocturnal slumber, but "Razoo" kept me awake until 3 a.m., "reading just one more chapter...No, just one more." Couldn't put it down. I recommend this book to not only the avid race fan, but to anyone who can appreciate colorful characters that will lighten your day and make you forget your troubles and isn't that what we're all trying to achieve. In that respect, and in many more, "Razoo" is a major success. Richard Linihan Horse racing writer 12 years with Tulsa Tribune

This was one of the most entertaining books I have ever read

The wit and homor with which this book was written is sure to bring laughs to those who can relate to racetrack charaters as well as those who have never been to the races. Mr. West's writing style, combined with the hilarious poems of Marvin Small make for a thoroughly enjoyable read that will lighten anyone's day. I highly recommend this book and feel it was well worth the time and money I spent on it. The question is, when does "Razoo II" come out?