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When Black Beauty was first published in 1877, its impact was so great that it actually changed the way people treated horses and other animals. The dramatic tale of the beautiful and spirited black thoroughbred remains a favorite of animal lovers today. This attractive edition of the treasured classic is sure to be cherished by your family for years to come.
By: Anna Sewell
$11.95
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“We call them dumb animals, and so they are, for they cannot tell us how they feel, but they do not suffer less because they have no words.”
Rarely does an entertaining children’s book also bring about significant societal change, but Black Beauty, a touching story following the tumultuous life of a young colt, forced Victorian England to take notice of the mistreatment of horses and seek to improve their welfare.
By: Anna Sewell
$17.95
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Perhaps the most celebrated animal story of the 19th century, Black Beauty is the suspenseful and deeply moving account of a horse's experiences at the hands of many owners — some, sensitive riders who treated him gently; others, cruel drivers who thoughtlessly inflicted lasting damage.
Written as the animal's autobiography, and as an appeal for the humane treatment of horses, Anna Sewell's beloved classic reveals as much about human conduct and the social ills of the time as it does about the treatment of animals. Scenes from the lives of both the landed gentry and the impoverished working class offer a subtle but well-rounded perspective of social conditions in England during the late 19th century. Animal lovers of all ages will cherish this memorable story.
Reprint of a standard edition.
By: Anna Sewell
$8.00
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Black Beauty is a handsome, sweet-tempered colt with a strong spirit. As a young colt he is free to gallop in the fresh green meadows with his beloved mother, Duchess, and their kind master. But when his owners are forced to sell him, Black Beauty goes from a life of comfort and kindness to one of hard labour and cruelty.
Bravely he works as hard as he can, suffering at the hands of men who treat animals badly. But Black Beauty has an unbreakable spirit and will, and is determined to survive . . .
By: Anna Sewell
$12.49
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This enchanting edition features the full unabridged text and Christian Birmingham’s gorgeous colour and black-and-white illustrations depicting Beauty’s nineteenth-century world.
By: Anna Sewell
$29.99
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Set in 1005 AD, twins Brus and Jan go a-Viking with their father Harald Redbeard and all their household. They plan to settle in England with Danish relatives there. But, their ships are caught in a fierce gale on the North Sea, and they are taken far off course to the western shore of Scotland.
By: Marguerite De Angeli
$20.50
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From the Publisher:
No one thinks much of Black Gold because he is so small. But Jaydee sees something special in his eyes. He knows Black Gold would be great if he was his rider! Finally, Jaydee gets his wish. And Black Gold grows strong and fast under his careful hands. Soon it would be time for the most important race in America. Did they really have what it takes to win? Black Gold's inspirational story proves that the power of love and dedication can make any dream come true.
Set against the thrilling and colorful world of Thoroughbred horses, Black Gold is the true story of this legendary horse and his determined young jockey.
By: Marguerite Henry
$10.99
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Crispus Attucks is known as the escaped slave whose freedom ended when he died in the Boston Massacre, but there are many other lesser-known black men and women who made enormous contributions to U.S. independence.
By: Burke Davis
$11.95
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SaleFrom Beautiful Feet Books:
This celebration of Black history introduces your family to the stories of men and women who strove for excellence, achieved incredible dreams, and were willing to sacrifice everything for what they knew was right.
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$36.99 Original price was: $36.99.$33.29Current price is: $33.29.
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This comprehension guide draws students into the story of The Iliad of Homer, the fantastic, graphic novel depicting the epic, ancient saga of the Trojan War.
By: Adam Kuliszewski
$26.50
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Homer's epic poem, The Iliad, is one of the greatest adventure stories of all time and Rosemary Sutcliff's retelling of the classic saga embodies all of the astonishing drama, romance, and intrigue of ancient Greece.
By: Rosemary Sutcliff
$12.49
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Here is Homer's epic poem The Iliad, brought to life by Rosemary Sutcliff with all the skill of a master storyteller.
Alan Lee's dramatic cover image hauntingly recreates the age of heroes in this introduction to the Greek classics--a book that should become part of every childhood.
By: Rosemary Sutcliff
$27.99
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When it came to pirates, there was none so feared as Blackbeard. His name alone struck dread in the hearts of all who heard about him. He so terrorized the people of the American colonies that at last one man, Lieutenant Robert Maynard, agreed to try to stop him. It would be a deadly battle, and many men, both sailors and pirates, were sure to be killed. But would Lieutenant Maynard be able to bring down the cruel and fearsome Blackbeard?
By: Royal Fireworks Press Publication
$15.95
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Discover the rich tales and legends of the Blackfoot tribe, a journey into Native American heritage.
By: George Bird Grinnell
$19.50 – $33.95
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Wild horses and wild outlaws. Horse-thieves and ‘bobbies and bushies’. What youngster does not love them?
Though he adheres to his fidelity of detail in depicting the lives and habits of the brumbies — the wild horses of outback Australia — the author really gets going after Blackie the Brumby is captured and tamed. He is stolen by bushrangers, takes part in their notorious doings, gives a helping hand (or hoof) to the police and, with a hilarious boy character named Jonah, takes a leading part in the final overthrow of the gang.
By: C. K. Thompson
$17.95
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Children will love this wonderful tale of Blacky the Crow, who has very sharp eyes, and who is often getting into trouble because he sees things he shouldn't. One day Blacky notices two fresh eggs in a nest belonging to Hooty the Owl and Mrs. Hooty. The eggs are a prize too delicious to pass up and Blacky devises a plan to snatch them. But does he succeed? Young readers will enjoy finding out in this charming tale by master storyteller Thornton W. Burgess.
Reset in large, easy-to-read type, this book is filled with gentle humor and important lessons about nature and wildlife, and is further enhanced by four original Harrison Cady illustrations.
Blacky the Crow is sure to captivate youngsters discovering the joy of reading and the pleasures of storytelling at its finest.
Reprint of the Grosset & Dunlap, New York, 1922 edition.
By: Burgess, Thornton W.
$6.75