An avid British writer Hawley Smart was majorly known for his sporting and adventurous journey in the racing industry, particularly around horse riding. His novels mostly centred on the racing industry and complex situations faced by people. Hawley was born in England and belongs to a family having a background in the manufacturing industry. Very soon, Smart's career fold towards writing novels and transformed the excitement and drama of horse racing. He had a great connection and love with the horse racing industry. His popularity during the late 19th century shows his detailed and realistic viewpoint of the racing world and the addition of jockeys' lives, trainers and energetic characters involved in the sport. Along with this, his notable and finest work involves "Belles and Ringers" and "The Outsider: A Sporting Romance". His writing mostly comprises amazing elements of romance, adventure and sporting life. However, his novels also elaborate on the dynamics of social changes and challenges faced in real life. He might not be remembered today but has made progressive contributions towards the foremost literary landscape of the 19th century with a niche of sporting culture.