1832 AMERICAN TURF REGISTER Vol 3 J. S. Skinner Thoroughbred Bloodlines Map

  
This 1832 edition of the American Turf Register and Sporting Magazine (Volume 3) represents a foundational pillar of American equestrian history. Published in Baltimore by J. Skinner-the city's postmaster and a visionary of the American sporting press-this periodical was the first to systematically document the'blood' or thoroughbred lineages that define the modern racing sport. Skinner's work effectively codified the standards of the American turf, transforming a localized pastime into a regulated, national industry. This specific volume contains vital records from the formative years of the American Stud Book, accompanied by an original fold-out map that remains intact, though currently mis-folded. As an artifact, this book serves as a primary source for the evolution of the Thoroughbred in the United States. Despite its current condition, it remains a prime candidate for professional restoration, preserving Skinner's seminal contribution to the sporting world for future generations of bibliophiles and racing historians. See photos for accurate depiction of flaws. This remains an unusual relic and collectible for the horseperson, especially in Maryland, but throughout the US.