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Black Beauty
Black Beauty by Anna Sewell is a classic novel told from the perspective of a horse, recounting his experiences with both kind and cruel owners while highlighting the importance of kindness and humane treatment of animals.-
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33 A London Cab Horse
Jeremiah "Jerry" Barker becomes the new master of Black Beauty, alongside his warm and lively family comprising his wife Polly, their twelve-year-old boy Harry, and their eight-year-old daughter Dolly. The household's affection and happiness are unlike anything Black Beauty has experienced before. Jerry owns a cab and another horse named Captain, a noble, elderly horse with a distinguished military past, having served in the Crimean War. On Black Beauty's first morning, Polly and Dolly warmly welcome…-
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TWO LETTERS
In Chapter IV of "Just David" titled "Two Letters," David, a young boy, wakes up in unfamiliar surroundings, realizing the permanence of his father's absence. In his confusion and distress, David encounters Perry Larson, who attempts to sympathize with David's situation. Unable to understand the fate of his father fully or the adults around him, David declines an invitation to breakfast and plans to return to his mountain home, believing it to be where he belongs and where his father would find him if he…-
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11 Plain Speaking
At Birtwick, the sense of pride and happiness within Black Beauty only grew with time, owing largely to the respect and love the master and mistress commanded among all living beings, not just humans. Their kindness extended to animals of all sorts, ensuring no creature suffered under their watch. Notably, their influence inspired a culture of compassion, leading to a significant reduction in the use of check-reins on cart horses within their community, a cause the mistress actively advocated against…-
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44 Old Captain and His Successor
In Chapter 44 of "Black Beauty," narrated by the eponymous horse, we learn the tragic story of Captain, an old and trusted horse, and his replacement Hotspur. Captain, a noble and steadfast companion to Beauty and their driver Jerry, meets a cruel fate following a catastrophic accident caused by a drunk drayman. As Jerry and Captain return from a trip across London Bridge, a brewer's dray, helmed by the inebriated driver, collides with their cab. The collision is devastating—Captain is severely injured,…-
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SECRETS
In Chapter XV of "Just David," titled "Secrets," David is eager to share his experiences from his second visit to Sunnycrest with Jack and Jill. However, upon arrival, he finds only Jill at home. Their interaction is less awkward this time, and they converse freely in the open outdoors. David is disappointed that Jack is not there, as he especially wanted to see him. Jill explains Jack's absence by saying he's "gone pot-boiling," a metaphor for Jack selling garden produce to make ends meet, despite his…-
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22 Earlshall
Earlshall Park, under the new management of Mr. York, marked a significant transition for Ginger and me. Having been brought over by John from our previous residence, we were introduced into a grand yet entirely different environment. The estate, belonging to the Earl of W---, was expansive, adorned with a fine house and vast stabling facilities. Upon arrival, we were taken care of in airy stables, a comfort albeit temporary, as we soon learned of the impending changes to our accustomed routines. Mr.…-
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01 My Early Home
My earliest memories are of a large, serene meadow, the first home I can recall vividly. It was adorned with a clear pond, shaded by trees, bordered by rushes and water-lilies at one end, and overlooked by a grove of fir trees at the other. Beyond its confines, I could glimpse our master's house and a plowed field. In my youth, nourished by my mother's milk, I stayed close to her, frolicking by day and resting by her side at night. The pond was our refuge from the heat, and a cozy shed near the grove…-
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34 An Old War Horse
In Chapter 34 "An Old War Horse" of "Black Beauty," the narrative is shared from the perspective of Captain, a seasoned army horse. Initially thrilled with his military training, Captain finds solidarity and purpose in the disciplined life alongside his fellow equines and his first owner, a young cavalry officer bound for the Crimean War. He details the vigorous exercises of trotting, turning, halting, and dashing forward on command, cherishing the bond formed with his owner, who treated him with unmatched…-
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DISCORDS
In Chapter V of "Just David" titled "Discords," the small village of Hinsdale is stirred by a mysterious case involvin a deceased man found in Farmer Holly's barn, a puzzling scenario enhanced by the presence of David and his father who had recently arrived in town. Initially thought to be tramps, David and his deceased father intrigue the townsfolk due to their unusual behavior and the mystery surrounding their identities. Despite efforts, the man's identity remains a mystery, prompting the townspeople to…-
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