Sievier, Robert Standish.: The Autobiography of Robert Standish Sievier. , LONDON: The Winning Post (1906) Limited, 1906.First Edition. 'I was born in a hansom cab, and have been going on ever since'. So begins this amazing life story of one of the key characters of the late-Victorian era racing scene. Effectively privately published by Sieviers' own newspaper company this is an engaging self-portrait by a man whose large ego was matched by his many achievements. Bound in the original light brown illustrated cloth, with a portrait of the great horse Sceptre to the upper cover. Overall in very good condition. Not as well written as John Welcomes book on the same subject, but still an incredible story well told. Scarce. (Book ref. 733 ) £ 80.00 The payment methods accepted by the seller, Sporting Moray Limited , are shown in the right-hand column. |
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