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Horse

by Geraldine Brooks

This multi-period novel traces the legacy of the 19th-century racehorse Lexington across three timelines. It explores the intersection of art, science, and the unrecognised history of Black horsemen and racial injustice in America.

Accession 23234 ISBN 9780733639678 Publisher Hachette (Firm)
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