Black Beauty by Anna Sewell

This exciting and moving tale is the story of a horse: a proud, brave and noble animal who has many exciting adventures.

In his own voice he tells his own story - of his experiences with his numerous owners, the injustices, the hardships and the eventual happiness he finds.

Black Beauty was the only book written by Anna Sewell, and although she died just three months after it was published in 1877, she saw her book achieve

almost immediate success. Set during a period where animals, especially horses, were often treated cruelly, Sewell's book was important in drawing attention to the welfare of working animals. It remains one of the best loved children's books of all time.