Black Beauty facts for kids
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First edition, F. M. Lupton Publishing Company, New York
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| Author | Anna Sewell |
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| Country | United Kingdom |
| Language | English |
| Genre | Children's literature |
| Publisher | Jarrold & Sons |
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Publication date
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24 November 1877 |
| Pages | 255 |
Black Beauty is a famous children's book written by Anna Sewell. It was first published in 1877. This special book is told from the point of view of a horse named Black Beauty. He shares his life story and adventures with the reader.
The story starts when Black Beauty is a young, free, and happy horse living with his mother. As he grows up, he is sold to different owners and moves from farm to farm. Through his journey, Black Beauty meets many kinds of people. Some are very kind and caring, while others are cruel. He also makes new friends and faces many challenges.
Contents
About Black Beauty
The Story of a Horse
The book takes you on an exciting journey through Black Beauty's life. You'll learn about his early days in a peaceful meadow. Then, you'll follow him as he works for different owners. Some owners treat him well, giving him good food and a warm stable. Others are not so kind, making him work too hard or treating him badly.
Black Beauty also meets other horses, like Ginger and Merrylegs. They become his friends and share their own stories. The book shows how horses were treated in England during the 1800s. It highlights the importance of kindness and respect towards animals.
Who Was Anna Sewell?
Anna Sewell was an English writer who lived from 1820 to 1878. She wrote Black Beauty to teach people about animal welfare. She wanted to show how important it is to treat horses with kindness. Anna Sewell loved horses very much. She wrote the book while she was ill and could not leave her house. She finished the book just a few months before she passed away.
Why is This Book Important?
Black Beauty is more than just a story about a horse. It teaches important lessons about empathy and compassion. It helps readers understand how animals feel. The book also played a big part in changing how people treated horses. It made many people think about animal cruelty and work for better animal rights. Even today, over 140 years later, the book is still loved by many. It reminds us to be kind to all living creatures.
A Book That Was Banned
For a time, Black Beauty was banned in South Africa. This happened during a period called Apartheid. The book was banned simply because of its title, "Black Beauty." At that time, certain words were restricted, even though the book was about a horse and had nothing to do with people or politics.
Images for kids
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This copy of the first edition of the book was dedicated by the author to her mother. It was auctioned off at Christie's in London in June 2006 for £33,000.
See also
In Spanish: Azabache (novela) para niños
