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Black Beauty

By Anna Sewell
Series: Collins Classics
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Black Beauty by Anna Sewell is a classic novel told from the perspective of a horse detailing his life from a happy upbringing in the English countryside to the various challenges he faces. Through Beauty's experiences with different owners, the story explores themes of kindness, empathy, and the treatment of animals. As Beauty moves from location to location, his narrative highlights the emotional bonds formed between humans and horses.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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You might enjoy this book if you're captivated by tales told from an animal's perspective, revealing deep insights into the human-animal bond and the challenges faced by horses in the 19th century. This poignant and timeless classic offers warmth and empathy, making it an enduring favourite for animal lovers and fans of heartfelt storytelling.

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Black Beauty

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We call them dumb animals, and so they are, for they cannot tell us how they feel, but they do not suffer less because they have no words.

When his beloved owners are forced to sell him, Black Beauty leaves his life as a young, carefree colt and embarks on a working life of misery, pulling cabs in London. As he passes through the hands of a number of different masters, he faces cruelty and hardship, as well as compassion and kindness, as he struggles to survive.

Through her poignant but heart-warming tale, Anna Sewell highlights the plight of the working animal. First published in 1877, this story of a horse whose spirit cannot be broken has become an enduring and popular children’s classic.

Series: Collins Classics

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Black Beauty by Anna Sewell is praised for its compelling narrative and empathetic portrayal of a horse's life, often regarded as a classic of children's literature. Reviewers appreciate its powerful commentary on animal welfare and the human-animal bond, highlighting its ability to engage readers of all ages with its timeless themes. The book's emotional depth and moral lessons are frequently noted for leaving a lasting impact on readers.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780008195571

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 June 2017

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: William Collins

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 15.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 170g

Pages: 240

Collections

Anna Sewell Children’s, Teenage and Educational Fiction General Fiction Literary Fiction Series: Collins Classics

About the Author

Anna Sewell was born in Norfolk, England into a devout Quaker family. Her mother, Mary Wright Sewell was a successful author children's books and was Anna's primary educator in religious and academic matters. BLACK BEAUTY is Anna's only published novel, which her mother helped her transcribe during whilst she battled with ill health.

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