Black Beauty: Book Guide, Author and Facts
Black Beauty by Anna Sewell — plot, author, genre and where to read, in one evergreen guide.
(Ages 9-12, Gr. 4-7) An animal rights classic that's also an engaging read, BLACK BEAUTY follows the life of an ebony horse from birth to old age, and from pasture to the cobblestone streets of 19th century England This morality tale and animal "autobiography" gives a sweet and kind horse a voice that's relatable yet unsentimental.. Black Beauty's life begins on the grounds of an aristocratic English family. The young horse learns early lessons from his mother like how not to bite or kick even in play before circumstances force his sale to a new master; it's the first of several such sales/moves for the horse. As his life intersects with different human owners, caretakers, and neighbors, Black Beauty experiences different kinds of care and abuse, and he observes the differing attitudes of humans toward horses. Peppered throughout the novel are the **mo
Quick facts about Black Beauty
- Title: Black Beauty
- Author: Anna Sewell
- First published: 1877
- Genre: black beauty, anna sewell, original publication 1877
- OpenLibrary ID: OL15854658W
Where to read Black Beauty
Black Beauty by Anna Sewell is widely available in print, ebook and audiobook editions from major retailers and libraries.
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(Ages 9-12, Gr.
Who wrote Black Beauty?
Black Beauty was written by Anna Sewell.
When was Black Beauty published?
Black Beauty was first published in 1877.
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