The story follows the life of a high-bred horse named Black Beauty, narrated from his own perspective. Starting as a carefree colt in a lush meadow, he undergoes a series of sales that take him through the social strata of Victorian England. He serves as a carriage horse for wealthy aristocrats, a hardworking cab horse in the crowded streets of London, and a laborer for various tradesmen. Throughout these transitions, he encounters different handlers, ranging from stable hands who offer kindness and grooming to owners who use restrictive bearing reins and deliver physical abuse.
Animal lovers and young readers choose this book to understand the internal experiences and physical needs of domestic animals. It provides a detailed account of how human behavior directly impacts the welfare of working creatures. Readers finish the book with a concrete understanding of equine care requirements, such as proper shoeing and feeding. They also learn about the ethical necessity of treating all living things with patience and justice, seeing the world through the eyes of a being that lacks a human voice.
Clear-cut; an easy read.
Best for readers like The Practical Optimizer. Which reader are you?
- Published
- 1877
- Language
- EN
