A History of Steeple Chasing, by William Charles Arlington Blew, offers a comprehensive look at the development of this exciting equestrian sport. Originally published in 1901, this meticulously researched volume delves into the origins of steeplechasing, tracing its evolution from informal cross-country races to the more structured events of the late 19th century. Blew's work captures the spirit of the sport, detailing famous races, notable horses, and the personalities who shaped its early years. This book provides valuable insights into the social and cultural context of steeplechasing within British sporting history. With detailed accounts and historical anecdotes, 'A History of Steeple Chasing' remains an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of horse racing and equestrian pursuits. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.