Black Beauty

With a white star on his forehead and one white foot, Black Beauty is a handsome horse, spirited but kind. After his early carefree days in the meadow, Beauty is sold and his turbulent working life begins. Anna Sewell's ground-breaking autobiography not only captivates readers' hearts, but also offers valuable insights into citizenship, social issues, the treatment of animals, and the need for empathy, compassion, and social responsibility. A must-read for anyone who believes in the power of literature to broaden horizons and to shape hearts and minds, this quality hardback edition is charmingly illustrated by Francis Phillipps to captivate younger readers. Exquisitely illustrated retellings of five enduringly favourite classics this is a series of gift books to treasure. Each story has been specially retold for younger readers to allow them to experience the wonder of these fanstastic stories, introducing them to and encouraging a love of quality classic literature. AGES: 6 plus SELLING POINTS: . Colour illustrations throughout . Ideal for storytime or read alone . Enduring favourite classics . Specially retold for young readers . Ideal gifts to treasure