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Black Beauty is a perennial children's favourite, one which has never been out of print since its publication in 1877. It is a moralistic tale of the life of the horse related in the form of an autobiography, describing the world through the eyes of the creature.

A nice edition of this classic novel with more than 100 illustrations and a cover from a 1913 edition.

Black Beauty is an 1877 novel by English author Anna Sewell. It was composed in the last years of her life, during which she remained in her house... Read Full Overview

Chiltern Publishing was formed in 2018 with a vision to create the most beautiful classics. Using a perfect mix of tradition and the very latest in printing techniques, 19th Century quality has met 21st Century technology. With wonderfully detailed covers, sparkling... Read Full Overview

Black Beauty is a handsome, sweet-tempered colt with a strong spirit. As a young colt he is free to gallop in the fresh green meadows with his beloved mother, Duchess, and their kind master. But when his owners are forced to sell him, Black Beauty goes from a life of comfort... Read Full Overview

Discover the classic story of a beautiful horse with an unbreakable spirit. One of the best loved animal stories ever written, the dramatic and heartwarming Black Beauty is told by the magnificent horse itself, from idyllic days on a country squire's estate to a harsh fate as... Read Full Overview

The first place that I can well remember was a large pleasant meadow with a pond of clearwater in it. Some shady trees leaned over it, and rushes and water-lilies grew at the deepend. Over the hedge on one side we looked into a plowed field, and on the other welooked over a gate... Read Full Overview

"It is good people who make good places." ― Anna Sewell, Black Beauty

Over fifty stunning illustrations from acclaimed artist Christian Birmingham bring this treasured classic new life.

Black Beauty had a fine, soft black coat, one white foot and a silver star on his forehead. This tale tells of the horse's adventures and the disappointments and joys that surround him.