Black Gold by Marguerite Henry - ISBN: 9780689715624
Paperback
Small horse, big dreams, love, and dedication conquer all.
  • Paperback

    176 pages

  • Release Date

    30 April 1992

Summary

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.

Book Details

ISBN-13:9780689715624
ISBN-10:0689715625
Author:Marguerite Henry, Wesley Dennis
Publisher:Simon & Schuster
Imprint:Atheneum Books for Young Readers
Format:Paperback
Number of Pages:176
Edition:2nd
Release Date:30 April 1992
Weight:134g
Dimensions:13mm x 130mm x 194mm
Series:Marguerite Henry Horseshoe Library
Audience Age:8-12
A-Format
Black Gold by Marguerite Henry - ISBN: 9780689715624
130 × 194 mm
B-Format
C-Format
A4
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What They're Saying

Critics Review

The National Horseman”Again, Marguerite Henry has given boys and girls a superb story about a heroic horse.”

Booklist “…a thoroughly satisfying horse story.”
The National Horseman “Again, Marguerite Henry has given boys and girls a superb story about a heroic horse.”

About The Author

Marguerite Henry

Marguerite Henry (1902–1997) was the beloved author of such classic horse stories as King of the Wind, Misty of Chincoteague, and Stormy, Misty’s Foal, and her work has won several Newbery Awards and Honors.

Wesley Dennis was best known for his illustrations in collaboration with author Marguerite Henry. They published sixteen books together.

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