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“Poor things! I know what sort of treatment they have had. If they are timid, it makes them start or shy; if they are high-mettled, it makes them vicious or dangerous; their tempers are mostly made when they are young. Bless you! they are like children, train 'em up in the way they should go, as the good book says, and when they are old they will not depart from it, if they have a chance, that is.”

Quote by Anna Sewell

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Black Beauty

This timeless story follows the journey of a horse named Black Beauty, exploring themes of friendship, loyalty, and the human-animal bond through various owners and experiences. more

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Anna Sewell
Anna Sewell

Anna Sewell, a British novelist, was born on March 30, 1820, and passed away on April 25, 1878. She is best known for her novel 'Black Beauty,' which tells the story from the perspective of a horse and has had a profound impact on the animal rights movement. more

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