This work--the first of its kind in more than sixty years--covers polo in Argentina, from its beginnings in the 1870s to the summer of 2013. The history of the early pioneers is constructed with data not previously published, gathered from contemporary sources. International competitions are covered and include the Olympic Games, the Cup of the Americas and the World Championships. Particular attention is given to the major clubs, the Argentine and Hurlingham Open Championships, and the National Handicap Tournament. Several of the elite players merit individual or family mini-biographies. Myths in Argentine polo are also debunked, based upon careful analysis of contemporary sources. Travels abroad by Argentine teams are fully described as are the foreign teams that competed in Argentina. The work is enhanced by the author's personal observation of significant events and friendship with many of the participants.

About the Author
The late Horace A. Laffaye was a polo player and surgeon. He was on the board of directors of the Museum of Polo and was chairman of the Polo Hall of Fame Nominating Committee. His writings on the game included several books and many articles in magazines in North America, Argentina and England. He lived in Durango, Colorado.

Reviews
"The book's meticulously researched and deftly rendered history of the game in Argentina is further enhanced by the many photographs interspersed throughout its pages...will rank as a major contribution to the literature of the sport as well as the finest general history of polo in the pampas"-Polo Players Edition; "a well-written and detailed account...well illustrated with abundant photographic material...provides a much needed look at the famous clubs, essential associations, and historic polo figures that have contributed to Argentina's important polo tradition...well-written, well-organized, and well-researched...important and fascinating material"-Journal of Sport History.



Book Information
ISBN 9780786475681
Author Horace A. Laffaye
Format Paperback
Page Count 528
Imprint McFarland & Co Inc
Publisher McFarland & Co Inc
Weight(grams) 903g
Dimensions(mm) 254mm * 178mm * 27mm