He was born near london in 1902 and was called to the bar in 1923. He was widely regarded as one of the greatest trainers in history. Henry cecil books list of books by author henry cecil. For more than four decades the elegant, slightly foppish figure of trainer henry cecil had been adulated by racing fans. Explore books by henry cecil with our selection at. Henry cecil leon 19 september 1902 23 may 1976, who wrote under the pennames henry cecil and clifford maxwell, was a judge and a writer of fiction about the british legal system. Henry cecil archives horse racing news paulick report. He was widely regarded as one of the greatest trainers. He used these experiences as inspiration for his work. See all books authored by henry cecil, including daughters in law, and independent witness, and more on. Sir henry cecil with frankel at newmarket racecourse on september 29, 2012 oh so sharp famously won the fillies triple crown of guineas. Cecil henry in new york ny 12 records found whitepages.
The public loves cecil, and he returns that affection with a bemused tilt of the head and selfeffacing humour. Open library is an initiative of the internet archive, a 501c3 nonprofit, building a digital library of internet sites and other cultural artifacts in digital form. Henry cecils great aunt was mary hozier, baroness newlands henry cecils great uncle was brownlow cecil, 4th marquess of exeter henry cecils great uncle was lord francis cecil henry cecils great aunt was lady isabella battiewrightson henry cecils great aunt was lady catherine vane, baroness barnard of barnards castle henry cecils great aunt was lady. During a terrible few years he went through a divorce from his second wife, the death of his alcoholic twin brother david, drinkdriving ban. Published by ravette publishing ltd 24031986 1986 isbn 10. But that article is about a jockey, who is an entirely different person. Visit attheraces,comapp to download the free at the races. Sir henry richard amherst cecil was a british flat racing horse trainer. I have removed juror in waiting 1970 from the list of cecils books because i have not been able to. We were very sorry to hear of the death of john henry cecil whose funeral was held at the cecil cemetery friday. Select the best result to find their address, phone number, relatives, and public records.
The triumph of henry cecil is a wonderfully insightful, detailed and emotional biography of the legendary trainers later years. Rushmer does a superb job of highlighting just how the heroic trainer was able to make the impossible possible andrew wilsher racing post henry cecil was a great trainer of racehorses but that is not the reason he will be remembered. Genealogy profile for henry cecil henry cecil 1955 1955 genealogy genealogy for henry cecil 1955 1955 family tree on geni, with over 190 million profiles of ancestors and living relatives. Describing his approach to training, cecil told the daily telegraph. Lady cecil recalls muchmissed henry on 50th anniversary. I have been a fan of his since i first became interested in. This page is dedicated to sir henry cecil who was knighted recently in the queens birthday honours list. Winner of the 2014 best racing book at the british sports book awards.
Sir henry cecil, champion racehorsetrainer, died on june 11th, aged 70. Lady cecil recalls muchmissed henry on 50th anniversary of first runner. Henry cecil was born near london in 1902 and was called to the bar in 1923. Newmarket journal pictures of the memorial in ely cathedral. Cecil henrys phone number, email, address, public records. Sir henry cecil, the trainer of frankel, feels betrayed by the author of his latest biography and has refused to endorse or sign copies of the book. Sir henry cecil angered by newly published book on his life and career by brough scott sir henry cecil, the trainer of frankel, feels betrayed by the author of his latest biography and has refused. New book full of insights on legendary trainer is published as biographer and cecils widow look for the right charitable project connected to. Containing fascinating detail and a wealth of new material, the triumph of henry cecil shows how cecil emerged from his slump, displayed.
New book full of insights on legendary trainer is published as biographer and cecils widow look for the right. Cecil s is a remarkable story and it has now been told with compassion, love, honesty and wonderful insight by tony rushmer david walsh, sunday timeswith a foreword by john gosdenwhen henry cecil sent out just 12 winners in 2005 it seemed as if the 10time champion racehorse trainers career was in terminal decline. Find cecil henrys phone number, address, and email on spokeo, the leading online directory for contact information. New book full of insights on legendary trainer is published as biographer and cecil s widow look for the right charitable project connected to racing that might carry his name. Download premium images you cant get anywhere else. Later in 1949 he was appointed a county court judge, a position he held until 1967.
The story of trainer henry cecil is one of the great redemption songs of sporting history. Sir henry cecil, who has died of cancer aged 70, was one of the most successful and popular racehorse trainers of the past century. Henry cecil s most popular book is brothers in law. Henry cecil is the trainer who did not fit the mould. Leon, mc, was a high court judge as well as a famous author. He famously left her for a stable girl, but henry cecils first wife reveals how she rode out her anger and was there for him to the end first wife julie wed muchloved. We found 12 records for cecil henry in bronx, white plains and 6 other cities in new york. Henry cecil has 62 books on goodreads with 2339 ratings. I do everything by instinct really, not by the book. For all those enthralled by the legend that is sir henry cecil, rushmers book represents a new chapter in a story which will be forever woven into a racing. The obituary was featured in legacy on june 11, 20. He handled countless top horses his 25 english classics include four derby winners and won dozens of big races around the world. Relive matt chapmans brilliant interview with sir henry cecil in prefrankel times with no ads. New book full of insights on legendary trainer is published as biographer and cecils widow look for the right charitable project connected to racing that might.
He wrote during the threeweeklong family holidays which were usually spent in comfortable hotels in britain. Brief tales from the bench by cecil, henry and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. View results and future entries as well as statistics by course, race type and prize money. Discover book depositorys huge selection of henry cecil books online. Sir henry cecil angered by newly published book on his life and. Sir henry richard amherst cecil 11 january 1943 11 june 20 was a british flat racing horse trainer. You can leave condolences in the guest book, buy sympathy flowers, and pay your respects. Sir henry richard amherst cecil 11 january 1943 11 june 20 was a british flat racing.
Browse the amazon editors picks for the best books of 2019, featuring our. The triumph of henry cecil by tony rushmer waterstones. The greatest horses trained by sir henry cecil the. According to the evidence henry cecil mr duffield, interrupted the judge, i am always loath to intervene when counsel is addressing the jury, but there is a limit you know. You are not entitled to tempt the jury to acquit the accused just because good may have resulted from the crime. Responsible for 25 british classic winners, scottishborn cecil was also the leading handler at royal ascot with a record. Updated paperback edition of the racing book of 20. I have merged with henry cecil author, which is what must have been meant. Cecil was champion trainer 10 times and trained 25 domestic classic winners, comprising four winners of the derby, eight winners of the oaks, six winners of the 1,000 guineas, three of the 2,000 guineas and four winners.
Sir henry cecil horse racing results, news, notes, top horses, biography, stakes, photos, and comments. Click and collect from your local waterstones or get free uk delivery on orders over. Cecil henry in new york 29 people named cecil henry found in brooklyn, bronx and 15 other cities. Find highquality henry cecil stock photos and editorial news pictures from getty images. Sir henry cecil angered by newly published book on his. Full circle by henry cecil meet your next favorite book. Sir henry cecil, 10time champion flat trainer, has died at the age of 70.
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