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Black Beauty A Retelling

By Michael Morpurgo

Adjectives

heartwarming insightful compassionate

Genres

Classics Animals Friendship/Family

Synopsis

Black Beauty, a courageous and kind-hearted horse, narrates his life journey from a carefree foal to a hardworking cab horse in London. Through his eyes, readers witness the kindness and cruelty of humans, highlighting the importance of compassion towards animals. This retelling by Michael Morpurgo brings a fresh perspective to Anna Sewell's classic tale, emphasizing themes of empathy and resilience.

About the author

Michael Morpurgo is a much-loved British author who has written over a hundred books for children. He is best known for his story 'War Horse', which was made into a play and a film. Michael often writes about animals and adventures, inspiring children to imagine exciting worlds and discover the magic of stories.

Pages

320 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

Published

2026

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