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12-11-2008, 11:44 AM | #1 |
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Books you shouldn't miss
When books are good I re-read them and two need mentioning. First is a wonderful account of the hardships of the backstretch (one of my first glimpses into what really went on there before I became part of it): Laughing in the Hills by Bill Barich, who wrote this account while his wife was undergoing cancer treatment and he visited Golden Gate Fields. A true gem worth reading over and over. If you don't find "bits" of yourself in this book you are lying to yourself.
http://www.amazon.com/Laughing-Hills.../dp/1932910875 The second I just rediscovered by Mark Cramer (well known for his great handicapping works Thoroughbred Cycles, The Odds are on Your Side etc) this one appears to be an autobiographical account of his trials at being a professional at the track. You will find the many psychological hurdles we all most jump mentioned here in one form or another. I purchased this years ago and just re-discovered it and it is a gem. It is called Scared Money...look for it |
12-11-2008, 02:34 PM | #2 |
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The Cramer book is available as well.
http://www.amazon.com/Scared-Money-M.../dp/1932910905 |
12-11-2008, 03:49 PM | #3 |
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Mark Cramer has a new book:
http://www.amazon.com/Tropical-Downs...9028405&sr=8-1 Just ordered 2 for Christmas (one for Doc). Ted
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01-05-2009, 01:59 PM | #5 |
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Tim...
Thanks for the book reviews. I ordered "Scared Money" as a Christmas gift for myself. Very nice read. He hits most of the mental hang-ups and influences that can affect ones self confidence in relation to equine investing. Doc's "Psychology of Winning" takes a more clinical look at some of the same problems. Pete I might have to order Mark Cramer's new book. My wife has a birthday next month .
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