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BLACK BEAUTY (With Original Illustrations)

Children's Literature

BLACK BEAUTY (With Original Illustrations)

Classic of World LiteratureBy Anna Sewell

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BLACK BEAUTY (With Original Illustrations)

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.

Coming of Age Journey Memory Psychological Healing Redemption Found Family Nature & Wilderness

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&#x27;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&#x27;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&#x27;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&#x27;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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