Black Gold

Newbery Award–winning author Marguerite Henry’s beloved novel about a legendary horse and his determined jockey is now available in a collectible hardcover gift edition.

No one thinks much of Black Gold because he is so small. But Jaydee sees something special in his eyes. He knows that Black Gold would be a winner if only he were the horse’s rider! Finally, Jaydee gets his wish, and Black Gold grows strong and fast under his careful hands. Soon it will be time for the most important race in America. Do they 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 amidst the thrilling and colorful world of Thoroughbred horses, this classic equestrian tale from Newbery Award–winning author Marguerite Henry features the original text and illustrations in a gorgeous collectible hardcover edition.

About the author

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.

Summary

Newbery Award–winning author Marguerite Henry’s beloved novel about a legendary horse and his determined jockey is now available in a collectible hardcover gift edition.

No one thinks much of Black Gold because he is so small. But Jaydee sees something special in his eyes. He knows that Black Gold would be a winner if only he were the horse’s rider! Finally, Jaydee gets his wish, and Black Gold grows strong and fast under his careful hands. Soon it will be time for the most important race in America. Do they 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 amidst the thrilling and colorful world of Thoroughbred horses, this classic equestrian tale from Newbery Award–winning author Marguerite Henry features the original text and illustrations in a gorgeous collectible hardcover edition.

Product details

• Authors: Marguerite Henry, Marguerite Henry
• Assisted by: Wesley Dennis (Illustration), Dennis Wesley (Illustration)
• Publisher: Harper Collins
• Languages: English
• Age Recommendation: ages 8 to 12
• Product format: Hardback
• Released: 31.07.2016
• EAN: 9781481462129
• ISBN: 978-1-4814-6212-9
• Dimensions: 178 mm x 244 mm x 18 mm
• Weight: 658 g
• Illustrations: Illustrationen, nicht spezifiziert
• Subjects: Children's and young people's books; JUVENILE FICTION / Classics, JUVENILE FICTION / Animals / Horses, JUVENILE FICTION / Sports & Recreation / General, Wildlife (Children's / Teenage), Animal stories (Children's / Teenage), Children’s / Teenage fiction: Nature and animal stories, Children’s / Teenage fiction: Classic fiction, Classic fiction (Children's / Teenage), Sporting stories (Children's / Teenage), Children’s / Teenage fiction: Sporting stories