His fascination was first sparked by reading Arthur Waley's translations from the Chinese at school.

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Arthur Waley, a British scholar also known for his translations of Chinese literature, published his version from 1925 to 1933.

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But fortune did smile on swashbuckling amateur jockey Sam Waley-Cohen, who finished a creditable fourth on Oscar Time, the runner-up in 2011.

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Mr Waley said Mr Power's niece saw Mr Khan sitting in the Bentley - when she challenged him he got out and walked off.

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