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Classic Horse StoriesRead these classic horse stories that share the authors' passion for horses. These are the best horse stories of all time and have been in print for over 50 years.
Black Beauty
By Anna Sewell Realistic Fiction - Written as autobiography of a fictitious horseEngland - Late 1800's This is the most famous of all horse stories and all anti-animal cruelty stories. Black Beauty describes his treatment not only by kind and cruel masters, but also reflects different social conditions in England in the 19th century. National VelvetBy Enid Bagnold Realistic Fiction - Grand National ChampionshipSussex, England; Early 1900's A fourteen year old girl becomes the owner of a marvelous piebald horse and dreams of entering him into the National Championship. Her determination to overcome multiple obstacles reflects the champion-spirit her mother displayed a generation before. Misty Of ChincoteagueBy Marguerite Henry Based on a real story - Misty was a real horse1940's, Chincoteague, Virginia Two orphans living with their grandparents resolve to catch one of the most mysterious of the wild ponies. Chincoteague is a real island off the coast of Maryland famous for their wild ponies. While these characters are fictitious, it is based on true events. For those horse lovers captivated by Misty, an entire series of beautiful books about Misty and her off-spring is waiting. The Black StallionBy Walter Farley Realistic Fiction SeriesA teenage boy and a beautiful stallion are shipwrecked on a deserted island where they need each other to survive. The first in a series of classic books. The Blind ColtGlen Rounds MontanaBased on a true story Reading Level: 3rd - 4th Grade A blind colt is born on the Western frontier. He must learn to use his other senses to survive. A beautiful story. My Friend FlickaBy Mary O'Hara Realistic FictionWyoming, 1940's Trilogy: My Friend Flicka, Thunderhead, Grass of Wyoming Ken lives on a ranch in Wyoming with his family that is always disappointed in him. His filly, Flicka, is difficult to train, but a special relationship develops between them. But aften an injury, Ken's father decides to put the horse down. Ken's heroic actions change that plan. War HorseMichael Morpurgo Historic FictionFrance: World War I Grades 4 through 8 Joey is a horse who is sold to the cavalry, much to the horror of Albert, his young owner. He first serves in the French Cavalry, and then later is captured and serves on the German side. Later he is reunited with Albert, his first owner. The book portrays the horrors of war from the perspective of a horse. First published in 1982, it is well on its way to the halls of fame of children's classic literature. Other Animal StoriesIf you enjoy reading these classic horse stories, you may wish to read other classic animal stories. There is a page of dog stories that dog lovers everywhere would enjoy.Horse Lover? Jessica has a site www.Learn-About-Horses.com and lists multiple series of horse stories.
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