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Black Beauty

Name: Black Beauty
ISBN: 9780721416601

By Anna Sewell

Adjectives

heartfelt insightful compelling

Genres

Animals Classics Historical Fiction

Synopsis

Black Beauty, a spirited black horse, enjoys a joyful youth on a peaceful farm. As he grows, he faces various owners—some kind, others cruel—experiencing both gentle care and harsh mistreatment. Through his eyes, we witness the challenges and triumphs of a horse's life in 19th-century England, learning valuable lessons about kindness and empathy.

About the author

Anna Sewell was a talented British author best known for writing 'Black Beauty', a much-loved story about a kind and brave horse. She cared deeply about animals and wanted to show how important it is to treat them with kindness. Anna’s beautiful storytelling has touched the hearts of readers all around the world.

Pages

56 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

Published

1994

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