Old Man Curry: Race Track Stories

"Old Man Curry: Race Track Stories" by Charles E. Van Loan is a series of short stories set within the lively world of horse racing, and it follows the exploits of the colorful Old Man Curry. Readers meet the Bald-faced Kid, a cunning hustler who uses his wits to survive in the chaotic betting scene, and Old Man Curry, a peculiar horse owner known for his simple nature and wisdom. Curry names his horses after figures from the Bible and has unique training methods. These collections of stories quickly show the high stakes in the races, the intense rivalries, and surprising friendships amongst those chasing triumphs on the track, and it showcases the humorous and dramatic events that happen near the race track in the early 20th century.