Description: Black Beauty: The Autobiography of a Horse by Anna Sewell published by Grosset & Dunlap, 1945. Illustrated Junior Library Edition. Hardcover. Illustrated by Fritz Eichenberg. Black Beauty is a novel by Anna Sewell and the first major animal story in children’s literature. Set in Victorian London and narrated by the horse himself, the book follows Black Beauty’s trials and tribulations as he passes from one owner to another and experiences discipline, friendship, overwork, and, ultimately, love. Black Beauty’s enduring spirit shines throughout the story, offering an uplifting and inspiring tale of determination in the face of adversity. Young readers will be moved by this empathetic novel about animal treatment—a story that’s still relevant today. CONDITION: This book is in good condition. Tight binding, clean text. Book shows normal fairly minor signs of storage & age. The cover is worn, soiled, scuffed, and has edge wear. Pages have turned yellow from age. The endpaper at the front of the book and the half-title page have small hollow marks. Please see pictures. THE PICTURES ARE TO BE CONSIDERED AS PART OF THE DESCRIPTION. PLEASE REVIEW THEM FOR A BETTER IDEA OF CONDITION.
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Book Title: Black Beauty
Book Series: Illustrated Junior Library Books
Original Language: English
Vintage: Yes
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Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Personalized: No
Features: Illustrated
Topic: Horses, Animal Welfare, moral philosophy, animal protection, treating all creatures with kindness and respect, Animal Care, Animals, Animal Rights, Compassion, Ethical Treatment of Animals, Empathy towards animals, Equine Behavior, True Friendship, Noble Character, perseverance, kindness and cruelty, courage
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Narrative Type: Fiction
Publisher: Grosset & Dunlap
Inscribed: No
Intended Audience: Ages 9-12, Young Adults, Adults
Edition: Illustrated Junior Library Edition
Publication Year: 1945
Type: Children's novel
Illustrator: Fritz Eichenberg
Era: Victorian era
Author: Anna Sewell (1820 – 1878)
Genre: Children & Young Adults, Animals & Pets, Children's literature, Children's Fiction, Novel, Animal Stories, Animal Welfare Literature, Fiction, British Literature, Antiquarian & Collectible, Anthropomorphic literature
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Personalization Instructions: N/A
