9781332446506 - A Pink Un and a Pelican: Some Random Reminiscences, Sporting or Otherwise, of Arthur M. Binstead (Pitcher) And Ernest Wells (Swears) (Classic Reprint) de Binstead, ... (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a glimpse into the lively and often raucous world of 19th-century London sporting life. The author, a seasoned observer of the era's gambling and entertainment scene, paints a vivid portrait of the Pelican Club, a notorious establishment frequented by racegoers, boxers, and other colorful characters. The book delves into the club's history, from its humble beginnings as a simple pub to its transformation into a thriving hub of high-stakes betting and illicit activities. Through a series of captivating anecdotes, the author reveals the clubââ â¢s diverse clientele ââ â from gentlemen of leisure to shrewd gamblers and cunning con artists, all drawn together by a shared passion for sport and a love of the game, whatever form it might take. The author skillfully blends humor and intrigue as he recounts tales of daring bets, elaborate schemes, and the occasional brush with the law. The bookââ â¢s insights into the clubââ â¢s social dynamics, its eccentric patrons, and the eraââ â¢s moral landscape offer a fascinating glimpse into a bygone era, a time when London's sporting scene was fueled by both ambition and recklessness. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.