The classic story of a brave and noble working horse in Victorian
England, retold for younger readers
Anna Sewell's classic novel follows the story of Black Beauty, a horse
that overcomes danger and cruelty to eventually find a loving home. He
has a series of masters who are often cruel and thoughtless. He survives
flood, fire, and fever until he feels ready to die, but then he is taken
to yet another master. This retelling has been shortened and illustrated
for younger readers.