Black Beauty (Illustrated): The 1877 Classic Edition with Original Illustrations

Experience Anna Sewell's beloved classic exactly as readers first discovered it in 1877—complete, unabridged, and brought to life with Lucy Kemp-Welch's original artwork that captured the nobility and emotion of horses throughout Beauty's journey.Inside This Edition20+ Original Lucy Kemp-Welch Illustrations – Beautiful artwork by the celebrated horse painter capturing Beauty's world with authenticity and emotionComplete & Unabridged 1877 Text – Every word as Anna Sewell originally wrote itReader-Friendly Layout – Perfect for animal-loving readers, family read-alouds, and classic literature enthusiastsComprehension Quiz at the End – Test your knowledge of Black Beauty, Ginger, Merrylegs, and their stories after readingAbout the BookBlack Beauty tells his own story—from idyllic days as a young colt on an English farm through years of service to many masters, some kind and others cruel. At Birtwick Park, he finds friendship with the spirited Ginger and wise Merrylegs under the care of the compassionate Squire Gordon. But when circumstances force his sale, Beauty endures the painful bearing rein, the brutal streets of London as a cab horse, and the whip of harsh masters. Through it all, he maintains his gentle nature while witnessing the tragic fates of horses less fortunate, until a final chance encounter brings hope for kindness and home.A treasured edition for animal lovers, classic literature collectors, families seeking meaningful stories, and anyone wanting to experience the groundbreaking novel that changed how the world treats animals.