T.J.-The Midas Man by Kevin Perkins is the lively biography of legendary Australian horse trainer Tommy Smith, whose golden touch with thoroughbreds earned him the nickname “The Midas Man.” First released in 1993, this vintage Pan Macmillan paperback tracks Smith’s rise from humble outback beginnings to dominating racetracks across Australia, capturing the drama of big-race wins and the quiet genius behind them.
Pan Macmillan’s 350-page illustrated edition brings the colour of the turf to life for both young adult and adult readers who love true sporting stories. Perkins blends personal anecdotes, behind-the-scenes stable life and national history, giving a vivid portrait of a man whose horses thrilled generations of punters and equestrian fans alike.
The copy offered is a well-kept, smoke-free vintage paperback with crisp pages and a tight binding—ready to gallop straight onto your shelf of Australian racing memoirs.
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