Black Beauty

“Black Beauty” is a rare American edition of the classic work by Anna Sewell, adapted for young readers. This version retells the famous story of the noble horse named Black Beauty in simple, understandable language, specifically for children who are just starting to read. The touching tale of kindness, compassion, and justice comes to life due to the illustrations by the renowned artist Frances Brundage. The book is of interest as a monument of children’s adaptation literature from the early 20th century and as an example of careful reimagining of classics for a new generation.