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  • Black Beauty: An Abridged Classic

    Anne Rooney

    Hardcover (QEB Publishing, July 1, 2014)
    Black Beauty spends his youth in a loving home, surrounded by friends and cared for by his owners. But when circumstances change, he learns that not all humans are so kind. Passed from hand to hand, Black Beauty witnesses love and cruelty, wealth and poverty, friendship and hardship . . . Will the handsome horse ever find a happy and lasting home? Carefully retold in clear contemporary language, and presented with delightful illustrations, these favorite classic stories capture the heart and imagination of young readers. By retelling the story in a shorter, simpler form, these books become highly engaging for children, and the color illustrations help with both comprehension and interest level. Black Beauty is part of a collectible series that has strong gift appeal.
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  • Black Beauty - Classic

    Anna Sewell, Ryan Danforth

    language (, July 29, 2015)
    Black Beauty - An Autobiography of a HorseThis timeless classic by Anna Sewell is sure to delight readers young and old. In 2003, Black Beauty was listed at #58 on the BBC's survey. Download your copy today an find out why this time-honored tale is cherished and loved by millions of reader's worldwide. Includes nearly 50 illustrations throughout and a Character guide in the back.
  • Black Beauty: Annotated Classic

    Anna Sewell, Classic Good Books

    language (Classic Good Books, Aug. 2, 2014)
    Black Beauty is a bestselling novel about a horse and the story of his life in England. A must read for anyone that loves animals in any form, shape and size!Black Beauty, written in 1887 by English author Anna Sewell, has become one of the bestselling novels of all time. Anna, who became an invalid after a childhood accident, was confined to her home and could only get around with clutches and horse drawn carriages. She composed this book towards the end of her life, and her priceless experiences around horses played a huge role in creating this masterpiece.The novel is a self narrated story memoir by a horse called Black Beauty. It tells the story of his life, from birth as a foal in an English farm, to his days in London, pulling taxi cabs and eventually his retirement in the country side. It tells the story of kindness, cruelty and hardships endured by Black beauty in his life.Anna Sewell’s style of writing draws you in. The story is very realistic; down to the last detail. Since it was published, it has had a huge influence on society, especially in the well-being of horses.In this edition of Black Beauty by Classic Good Books, we have included the following for your reading pleasure:-A detailed author’s profileUnabridged original textExpert formatting for your reading pleasure Clickable table of contentAudio recordings of her most regarded worksFilms, TV shows and other media adaptations of her workBlack Beauty is an all time bestselling novel, enjoyed by millions worldwide. Today is your turn! Grab a copy NOW and make this classic part of your collection.
  • Black Beauty: An Animal Classic

    Pauline Francis, Anna Sewell

    Paperback (Evans Brothers, April 1, 2002)
    This abridged classic, written from the animal's point of view, describes the life of a working horse in Victorian England. Black Beauty has to adapt to a variety of masters and grooms, survives fire, floods and fever until he feels ready to die, but then he is taken to another horse sale. It is one of a series of shortened classic stories ranging from chilling tales to gripping adventures.
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  • Black Beauty: Annotated Classic

    Anna Sewell, Classic Good Books

    Paperback (CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform, Aug. 4, 2014)
    Black Beauty is a bestselling novel about a horse and the story of his life in England. A must read for anyone that loves animals in any form, shape and size! Black Beauty, written in 1887 by English author Anna Sewell, has become one of the bestselling novels of all time. Anna, who became an invalid after a childhood accident, was confined to her home and could only get around with clutches and horse drawn carriages. She composed this book towards the end of her life, and her priceless experiences around horses played a huge role in creating this masterpiece. The novel is a self narrated story memoir by a horse called Black Beauty. It tells the story of his life, from birth as a foal in an English farm, to his days in London, pulling taxi cabs and eventually his retirement in the country side. It tells the story of kindness, cruelty and hardships endured by Black beauty in his life. Anna Sewell’s style of writing draws you in. The story is very realistic; down to the last detail. Since it was published, it has had a huge influence on society, especially in the well-being of horses.
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  • Black Beauty Abridg

    Anna Sewell

    Paperback (Grosset & Dunlap, Oct. 5, 1989)
    A horse in nineteenth-century England recounts his experiences with both good and bad masters.
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  • MINI CLASSIC - BLACK BEAUTY

    Anna Sewell

    Paperback (Miles Kelly, Aug. 15, 2017)
    Each mini book in this series contains one of the biggest and best-loved stories in childrens literature, reimagined with more than 20 beautiful full-colour plate illustrations by a talented artist.
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  • Son of Black Beauty: Abridged

    Phyllis Briggs

    Hardcover (DEAN AND SON LTD, March 15, 1960)
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  • Black Beauty: An Abridged Classic

    Anne Rooney; Anna Sewell;

    Hardcover (QEB Publishing, March 15, 1800)
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  • Black Beauty: An Abridged Classic

    Anne Rooney

    Hardcover (QEB Publishing, March 15, 1800)
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