The 1953 Racing Almanac, authored by John I. Day, Jr. and Rowland Barber with a foreword by renowned racing commentator Bill Corum, is an authoritative, vintage reference guide dedicated to the world of Thoroughbred horse racing. Published by Dell Publishing as a mass-market paperback, this collectible handbook was designed to serve as an indispensable resource for novices, average turf fans, and die-hard racing enthusiasts alike.