Book Review: Black Beauty by Anna Sewell

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What is this book about?

A jet-black young colt, Black Beauty, spends his early years in a cozy meadow growing up with a gentle master, a strong mother and an ideal upbringing. Through the years, he changes hands with different masters: some rough, some kind, some indifferent. Black Beauty’s experiences throughout his life give him lessons on real friendship, loss, hardship and human nature. Gallop with Black Beauty as he grows into a worn yet mature and handsome, dutiful and loyal old horse.

My review:

This story is a true classic for me. It was my favorite classic when I was a child and after reading it again, it stays in first place. The story is written from the viewpoint of the horse, Black Beauty. The reader travels with Beauty through a lifetime of ups and downs with humanity. He was a loyal and patient horse and I loved that no matter what life threw at him, he maintained those wonderful qualities. This is a book that has a permanent spot on my bookshelves.

What I enjoyed most about this book:

The love and loyalty that Beauty gave and received from people.

What I didn’t like about this book:

Nothing

Would I recommend this book to others? Absolutely. This is a wonderfully written children’s book that truly earns the title ‘classic’. This is a standalone novel.

Where can I learn more about this author and their books?

Anna Sewell, Britannica website

-Loraine Nunley

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