BLACK BEAUTY (With Original Illustrations)
Classic of World LiteratureBy Anna Sewell
Length5h 59m
About this audiobook
In 'Black Beauty,' Anna Sewell crafts a poignant and heartrending narrative that presents life through the eyes of a horse, emphasizing the themes of empathy, compassion, and the ethical treatment of animals. Written in the late 19th century, this classic novel employs a unique first-person perspective, allowing readers to intimately experience the trials and tribulations that the eponymous horse endures due to human cruelty and ignorance. The original illustrations enrich the reader's journey, offering a visual representation of Sewell's vivid descriptions and emotional depth, while also situating the work in the tradition of animal rights literature that emerged during the Victorian era. Anna Sewell, an English novelist with a deep personal connection to horses, penned this groundbreaking work during her own struggles with illness and social marginalization. A lifelong equestrian, Sewell's understanding of horse welfare and her advocacy for humane treatment are palpable throughout 'Black Beauty.' Her experiences and the societal attitudes of her time influenced her desire to educate readers about the complex relationships between humans and animals, positioning her as a pioneering figure in animal welfare activism. 'Black Beauty' is not just a tale for children; it is a profound exploration of moral responsibility that resonates across generations. For readers interested in themes of empathy, social justice, and the interconnectedness of life, Sewell's work offers a timeless reflection that demands both intellectual engagement and emotional investment. This edition, featuring original illustrations, invites a new audience to experience a transformative narrative that continues to inspire compassion for all living beings.
Audiobook details
GenreChildren's Literature
Length5 hrs 59 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 31, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
2625 Reuben Smith
201 My Early Home
2726 How it Ended
302 The Hunt
2827 Ruined and Going Downhill
403 My Breaking In
2928 A Job Horse and His Drivers
504 Birtwick Park
3029 Cockneys
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605 A Fair Start
3130 A Thief
706 Liberty
3231 A Humbug
807 Ginger
3332 A Horse Fair
908 Ginger's Story Continued
3433 A London Cab Horse
1009 Merrylegs
3534 An Old War Horse
1110 A Talk in the Orchard
3635 Jerry Barker
1211 Plain Speaking
3736 The Sunday Cab
1312 A Stormy Day
3837 The Golden Rule
1413 The Devil's Trade Mark
3938 Dolly and a Real Gentleman
1514 James Howard
4039 Seedy Sam
1615 The Old Hostler
4140 Poor Ginger
1716 The Fire
4241 The Butcher
1817 John Manly's Talk
4342 The Election
1918 Going for the Doctor
4443 A Friend in Need
2019 Only Ignorance
4544 Old Captain and His Successor
2120 Joe Green
4645 Jerry's New Year
2221 The Parting
4746 Jakes and the Lady
2322 Earlshall
4847 Hard Times
2423 A Strike for Liberty
4948 Farmer Thoroughgood and His Grandson Willie
2524 The Lady Anne, or a Runaway Horse
5049 My Last Home
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