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    3038 Hennepin Ave Minneapolis, MN
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Black Beauty (Illustrated): Classic of World Literature

Black Beauty (Illustrated): Classic of World Literature

Sewell, Anna

Paperback

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ISBN10: 8026891805
ISBN13: 9788026891802
Publisher: E-Artnow
Published: Dec 14 2018
Pages: 132
Weight: 0.42
Height: 0.29 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
In Black Beauty (Illustrated), Anna Sewell presents a poignant and compelling narrative that follows the life of a horse from birth to adulthood, detailing the cruelty and compassion he encounters. Written in the first-person perspective of Black Beauty himself, Sewell employs a meticulous prose style that blends emotive storytelling with social critique. The novel sits at the intersection of Victorian literature and animal welfare advocacy, reflecting the societal shifts of the time toward more humane treatment of animals, making it a foundational text in that genre and laying the groundwork for future animal rights discourse. Anna Sewell, born in 1820, faced significant hardships throughout her life, including bodily fragility that confined her to a wheelchair. Her personal experiences and empathy towards the plight of horses--often mistreated in Victorian society--fueled her commitment to animal welfare. Black Beauty, completed during the latter part of her life, was intended to raise awareness and promote humane treatment, showcasing her profound knowledge of equine behavior and empathetic philosophy. This richly illustrated edition of Black Beauty invites readers to engage with Sewell's powerful message against cruelty, making it not only a narrative of one horse's life but a call to change. It is highly recommended for those interested in literature, ethics, and animal welfare, as it remains a timeless reminder of the connection between humans and animals.

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