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FOR ALL TIMES: THE STORY OF LUCAS BRODHEAD
Written by Jonelle Fisher
Lucas Brodhead (1844-1914) was the general manager and superintendent of Woodburn Stock Farm in Woodford County, Kentucky, for thirty-four years during the time when the farm was the leading Thoroughbred breeding establishment in America, if not in the world. Lucas was able to fulfill the ambitious plans of R.A. Alexander, the founder of the stock farm, toa degree that no one would have thought possible. His story is one of brilliant success resulting from hard work and a remarkable intelligence, coupled with decency and good will. 170 pages, hardbound (2002). Published by St. Crispian Press. $17.00
NANTURA, 1795-1905
Written by Jonelle Fisher
The history of the American Thoroughbred was dramatically influenced by a select few 19th century horse farms in Woodford County, Kentucky. Located within a six mile radius of each other, Woodburn, Stockwood, Equira, Bosque Bonita, Stonewall, and Nantura played a necessary role in making Kentucky the foremost region of that era in the annals of horse racing. As owners of Nantura Stock Farm, John Harper and his nephew and heir, Frank, brought an intensity and honesty to the track that was seldom seen in those days. If their horse was entered in a race, there was no doubt that it would run from "e-end to e-end." The family, which was genuine, hardworking, and frugal, persevered in spite of tragedies of plunder and murder without losing its bearing. The farms neighboring Nantura, which thrived for half a century, are an integral part of its history and their story. 203 pages, hardbound (2004). Published by St. Crispian Press. $17.00
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