In this chapter we say goodbye to the splendid 90s and early 80s as well as my dear friends marianna haun and penny chenery. The x factor, solving the mystery of secretariats heart by marianna haun the x factor book iii on. Secretariats heart was estimated to be a whopping 22 pounds. Marianna haun, author of the x factor solving the mystery of secretariats heart, has studied the large heart phenomenon in racehorses for more than 20 years. Jakeman began her own x factor story in 1997 working alongside marianna haun tracing and tracking the x factor pedigree theory in her own kentucky broodmare band. Marianna haun books list of books by author marianna haun. Jun 24, 2012 marianna haun explains this really well in chapter 9 of looking for the great heart in understanding the power of the x factor and describes how to look for the signs of the x factor in the productions statistics of mares and sires. I had heard a little about the x factor and was most interested to see what the theory was all about. Jun 04, 2002 the first three foals out of the last red, the little twin filly pictured in the x factor, owned by marianna haun, who is participating in the university of kentuckys breeding experiment on the large heart. Reporter and author marianna haun died quietly a few days ago at the age of 70. Patterns of heart score and performance, and more on. Get the best deal by comparing prices from over 100,000 booksellers.
Large heart gene in equines greer quarter horses garrison. Jakeman began her own xfactor story in 1997 working alongside marianna haun tracing and tracking the xfactor pedigree theory in her own kentucky broodmare band. Understanding the power of the x factor by marianna haun. Understanding the power of the x factor by marianna haun, 9780929346687, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. The heart of this issue, journal of equine veterinary. The significant breakthrough in proving the x factor theory came in 2012 when jakeman asked haun to write a chapter called an artists eye.
You wont find any other book on the shelf that explains what the xfactor is or how to follow the xfactor theory. Book four, a tale of two hearts, the xfactor from the beginning, picks up where turf writer marianna haun left off with solving the mystery of secretariats heart. This was followed up by understanding the power of the x factor in 2001, and solving the mystery of secretariats heart in 20. Researchers have been looking for the genetic marker for the x factor by using an electrocardiogram to measure heart size, which is what australian researchers were doing 40 years ago. When the x factor was published in 1997, it documented the astonishing discoveries of large hearts in top thoroughbred racehorses and a genetic link for those large hearts on the female x. Patterns of heart score and performance by marianna haun paperback. Secretariats genetic x factor the secret to the triple. A member of the national turf writers association, marianna haun has covered the racing industry since 1992, first as a staff writer for the thoroughbred times for two years, and now as a freelance writer for the associated press for the past two years, while working on the x factor project and book. Racing lore has relayed down the ages that the great eclipse who was foaled during and named after the solar eclipse of 1 april 1764, was found to have an unusually large heart on his burial. Isbn 9780929346687 9780929346687 softcover, russell meerdink co, 2001. Understanding the power of the x factor by marianna haun, december 15, 2001, russell meerdink company edition, paperback in english. Book four, a tale of two hearts, the x factor from the beginning, picks up where turf writer marianna haun. If playback doesnt begin shortly, try restarting your device.
Marianna haun wrote about research on large hearts and racehorse performance in her previous book, the x factor. Marianna haun wrote about research on large hearts and racehorse performance in her previous book, t. A closer look at the pedigree of shartin n, the 2019 horse. I know because i actually put the theory to the test in 2003 by breeding 9 of my broodmares to lexington stallions who i knew where exhibiting xfactor. The possible secret behind the enormous size is the x factor, a term coined by marianna haun. In 1997 a free lance writer who specialized in racing thoroughbred articles, rocked the equine world with the publication of her book. Dec 15, 2001 marianna haun wrote about research on large hearts and racehorse performance in her previous book, the x factor. Understanding the power of the x factor marianna haun 2001. Open library is an open, editable library catalog, building towards a web page for every book ever published. Secretariat, the horse with heart, inherited the x factor. After three years of continued research and more than 1,000 horse scientifically measured by equine cardiologist dr. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Marianna hauns love of the magnificent secretariat had led her to do extensive study. In my humble opinion this the most important chapter in the book.
The x factor by marianna haun this book was published in 1997 by the russell meerdink company. View all products contact understanding power of x factor by marianna haun excellent condition understanding power of x factor by marianna haun excellent condition item specifics isbn10. Fred fregin, haun reports the newest findings in heart score and pedigree research. The significant breakthrough in proving the xfactor theory came in 2012 when jakeman asked haun to write a chapter called an artists eye. See all books authored by marianna haun, including the x factor. The relationship between inherited heart size and racing performance, was published in 1997. He further speculated that close inbreeding maternally can bring about positive mutations as he referenced marianna hauns book on the xfactor, a genetic inheritance carried on the xchromosome of the mares on the maternal line. Understanding the power of the x factor book, 2001. Marianna hauns love of the magnificent secretariat had led her to do extensive study of his pedigree, and she took note of a few things. A tale of two hearts, the xfactor from the beginning. Press for the past two years, while working on the x factor project and book. Marianna haun s home page sharing information on the x.
The relationship between inherited heart size and racing performance, and understanding the power of the x factor. The x factor marianna haun 1997 secretariat phar lap ebay. Jun 04, 2015 secretariats hidden mutation has become known to racing junkies as the x factor. The x factor, solving the mystery of secretariats heart by marianna haun the x factor book iii. The result of her research was a controversial 1997 book the x factor, which argued.
The result of her research was a controversial 1997 book the x. Marianna haun, author of the controversial 1997 book the x factor, died on feb. The x factor, solving the mystery of secretariats heart by marianna. After nearly a year of intensive pedigree research, haun discovered the genetic link from secretariats mighty heart to eclipses great heart through the mare pocahontas on the x chromosome trail.
But, marianna has that xfactor of another kind the inquisitive kind. Turf writer and lifelong pedigree enthusiast marianna haun, who. Marianna haun author of the x factor, solving the mystery of. Buy understanding the power of the x factor by marianna haun isbn. Jan 23, 2014 marianna haun, author of the x factor solving the mystery of secretariats heart, has studied the large heart phenomenon in racehorses for more than 20 years. Nov 20, 2015 marianna haun explains this really well in chapter 9 of looking for the great heart in understanding the power of the x factor and describes how to look for the signs of the x factor in the productions statistics of mares and sires. The relationship between inherited heart size and racing performance, she explains the significance of thoroughbred and standardbred heart scores and why those scores should be considered when buying or breeding a racehorse. Dec 31, 2001 understanding the power of the x factor by marianna haun, 9780929346687, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Currently she is a freelance writer and photographerhaun, marianna is the author of understanding the power of the x factor patterns of heart score and performance, published 2001 under isbn 9780929346687 and isbn 0929346688. Understanding the power of the x factor patterns of heart.
This topic has long been known to be important among the elite breeders and recently has received notoriety through marianna hauns book, the x factor. A closer look at the pedigree of shartin n, the 2019 horse of. In her book, marianna makes a convincing argument that the attribute of a large heart is passed on through the x chromosome. Marianna haun is a member of the national turf writers association and has covered the racing industry since 1992, first as a staff writer for the thoroughbred times for two years, and now as a freelance writer for the associated press.
The relationship between inherited heart size and racing performance by haun, marianna isbn. The x factor, solving the mystery of secretariats heart by marianna haun book. Understanding the power of the x factor marianna haun ebay. This book explains the x factor, what it is, how to find it, and the relationship between inherited heart size and racing performance.
Secretariats hidden mutation has become known to racing junkies as the x factor. Marianna hauns web site with photos of her xfactor horses. Marianna haun explains this really well in chapter 9 of looking for the great heart in understanding the power of the x factor and describes how to look for the signs of the x factor in the productions statistics of mares and sires. The x factor, solving the mystery of secretariats heart by marianna haun the x factor book iii 9780615764252 and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices. Marianna haun wrote about research on large hearts. As information accumulated regarding heart size, marianna haun became intrigued with the idea that a large heart size is highly correlated with better performance in race horses. Book four, a tale of two hearts, the x factor from the beginning, picks up where turf writer marianna haun left off with solving the mystery of secretariats heart. Ann hornaday, big red, karen krizanovich, large heart gene, marianna haun, pocahontas, ron turcotte, secretariat, university of kentucky, x factor 2 comments on the heart of a horse. Marianna was full of energy and ideas, talking to anyone and everyone about her. Aug 18, 2015 the x factor by marianna haun this book was published in 1997 by the russell meerdink company. The first three foals out of the last red, the little twin filly pictured in the x factor, owned by marianna haun, who is participating in the university of kentuckys breeding experiment on the large heart.
In haun took the x factor to the nth degree, mark simon of the daily racing form, remembers haun and her dedication to this theory. The heart of this issue the heart of this issue jones, william e. Large heart gene in equines greer quarter horses garrison east. The x factor, solving the mystery of secretariats heart. Xfactor theory was explored and solved by two women, a horsewoman and a reporter.
The x factor by marianna haun investigates the relationship between inherited heart size and racing performance. Book four, a tale of two hearts, the xfactor from the beginning, picks up where turf writer marianna haun. Horsewoman, breeder, journalist and author, marianna haun. Posted by susanna forrest october 25, 2010 posted in 1700s, 1800s, 1970s, films, horse racing, thoroughbreds, uk, usa, veterinary medicine and healthcare tags. Understanding the power of the x factor december 15, 2001. Patterns of heart score and performance by haun, marianna and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. That may sound a bit airyfairy to most readers, but it has been a key consideration of mine since reading and. The x factor, solving the mystery of secretariats heart by.
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