Black Beauty is a moving autobiography of a black horse who lived during 19th century England. After spending a pleasant childhood with a loving owner, he has to live with several owners. Some are caring, others harsh and ignorant.
In this emotional book, Anna Sewell illustrates both the kind and the unfair treatments horses receive. She tries to raise awareness of the love and respect all animals deserve.
Some years after the Black Beauty was published, it helped to reduce severe treatments towards animals, in a period when using horses for work and pleasure became more and more popular.
Aimed at young readers, this book inspires kindness and empathy towards animals.
You can download it for free on Project Gutenberg.
Personal Comments on Black Beauty
I remember reading the Spanish version of this book (Azabache) some years ago with my father. What struck me the most about it was the harshness of some people towards animals. I felt for the poor horse and was relieved when he was passed into good hands.
If there’s something I learned reading this book, it is that one must always be kind and work hard despite the circumstances.
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