This is an audio version of the classic horse story, told by the title character himself. It is suitable for children aged 7 to 9 years old. "Black Beauty" is the classic horse story, a beautiful and touching tale told by the title character himself. Set in Victorian London, it follows Beauty's life and changing fortunes as he moves from owner to owner. As the horse encounters new experiences and new friends who reveal their own histories, the story quietly paints a fascinating portrait of how animals were treated during that era. Now even the youngest children can appreciate the story with this handy new audio package, containing a paperback version of the book and two CDs.
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