Oxford Children's Classics: Black Beauty

By (author) Sewell, Anna
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Come with Black Beauty on the journey of a lifetime. If you like horse stories, then Black Beauty is for you! Not only does this edition include the unabridged text, it is also full of extra material to help you get the most from the story and gives lots of recommendations for other things you might enjoy.
Description
Horses, hope, and heartbreak. Come with Beauty on the journey of a lifetime. There''s hardship and friendship, kindness and cruelty, but above all else, love. Oxford Children''s Classics present not only the original and unabridged story of Black Beauty in a beautiful new edition, but also help you to discover a whole world of new adventures with a vast assortment of recommendations and activities.
Biographical note
Anna Sewell was born in 1820 in Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, England. At the age of fourteen she injured both of her ankles in an accident, which meant that she could never walk properly again. Because of this she relied heavily on travelling in horse-drawn carriages, and it was from here that her love of horses grew. In 1871 Anna began writing a book aimed at encouraging more humane treatment of horses. Owing to her failing health the story took nearly seven years to complete but was eventually published in 1877. Sadly, Anna never got to know of the huge success of Black Beauty, her only book, as she died in 1878, five months after the book''s publication.
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The greatest horse story ever told.
Publisher''s notice
Anna Sewell was born in 1820 in Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, England. At the age of fourteen she injured both of her ankles in an accident, which meant that she could never walk properly again. Because of this she relied heavily on travelling in horse-drawn carriages, and it was from here that her love of horses grew. In 1871 Anna began writing a book aimed at encouraging more humane treatment of horses. Owing to her failing health the story took nearly seven years to complete but was eventually published in 1877. Sadly, Anna never got to know of the huge success of Black Beauty, her only book, as she died in 1878, five months after the book''s publication.
Feature
Contemporary look and feel which will appeal to modern young readers. A powerful story with timeless appeal. Included in the book are reviews and recommendations from our young Classics Champion to help readers discover even more great stories. A fresh approach to the classics, by children for children. Fantastic value for money at just £4.99 including reams of exclusive extra material - perfect for a pocket money purchase or a gift for a friend. Oxford are the experts on stories! So, included are recommendations for books, films, plays, and other stories which readers might also enjoy. Fun and interesting facts about the author and illustrator. Extra material includes thought-provoking questions, a glossary, and a quiz. Complete and unabridged text.
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Contemporary look and feel which will appeal to modern young readers. A powerful story with timeless appeal. Included in the book are reviews and recommendations from our young Classics Champion to help readers discover even more great stories. A fresh approach to the classics, by children for children. Fantastic value for money at just £4.99 including reams of exclusive extra material - perfect for a pocket money purchase or a gift for a friend. Oxford are the experts on stories! So, included are recommendations for books, films, plays, and other stories which readers might also enjoy. Fun and interesting facts about the author and illustrator. Extra material includes thought-provoking questions, a glossary, and a quiz. Complete and unabridged text.