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06 Liberty

by LovelyMay — In the sixth chapter of "Black Beauty" titled "Liberty," the narrative unfolds from the perspective of Black Beauty, who reflects on his contentment and living conditions in his new home. Despite the comfort, good food, and caring handlers he has, Black Beauty yearns for freedom, reminiscing about the days when he could roam freely in the fields, expressing his energy and spirit without restraint. This contrast between his past liberty and current confined life, where his movements are restricted by straps…
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05 A Fair Start

by LovelyMay — Chapter 5 of "Black Beauty," titled "A Fair Start," introduces John Manly, the coachman, who lives near the stables with his wife and child. The morning after Beauty's arrival, John gives him a thorough grooming, which pleases the Squire, the owner of Beauty. The Squire instructs John to test Beauty's paces by taking him on a specific route around the estate. John carefully fits Beauty with a comfortable bridle and saddle, and the two set out, starting slow before moving to a trot and then a canter. They…
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04 Birtwick Park

by LovelyMay — At Birtwick Park, under the care of Squire Gordon, Black Beauty begins a new chapter in his life. He leaves his first home with a gentle farewell from his master, entering a world that contrasts with his origins through its grandeur and orderly structure. Birtwick Park, nestled by the village of Birtwick, is a haven of large old trees, smooth roads, and a series of lodges leading to the squire's stately house and its gardens. The stables, a domain of comfort and companionship for horses, becomes Black…
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03 My Breaking In

by LovelyMay — In this chapter, Black Beauty introduces his early experiences of being "broken in," a term he explains for the benefit of readers unfamiliar with horse training. It involves acclimating a horse to wear a bridle, saddle, and eventually, to bear the weight of humans and pull carts or carriages obediently and quietly. His master, intending to prevent fear or injury, undertakes the task personally, beginning with introducing Black Beauty to a bit and bridle, an experience the horse finds uncomfortable and…
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02 The Hunt

by LovelyMay — Before I turned two, a memorable event occurred during an early spring morning cloaked in a light mist. Being in the lower field with my fellow colts, we were suddenly attentive to distant dog cries, signaling the beginning of a hunt as acknowledged by the most senior among us. With curiosity, we all moved to a vantage point, where my mother and an elderly horse of our master's possession joined in observing the unfolding scene. The ensuing chase of a hare by a pack of hounds, accompanied by men on…
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01 My Early Home

by LovelyMay — 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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“YOU’RE WANTED–YOU’RE WANTED!”

by LovelyMay — Chapter VII of "Just David" unfolds over a tense and emotional weekend at the Hollies’ farmhouse, capturing the essence of misunderstanding, yearning for belonging, and the transformative power of music and compassion. David, experiencing his first days away from his father and the free, joyous life they led, confronts the harsh reality that he is unwanted by his current guardians, Simeon and Mrs. Holly. Overhearing a conversation between the couple about his uncertain future, David seeks solace in the…
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“THE PRINCESS AND THE PAUPER”

by LovelyMay — He was a man now, with a man's work to do; and though he did it bravely and well, it left no room for colleges, or for studies, or for doing the great things he had dreamed of doing. That is why he grew to be the Pauper." "Couldn't the Princess help?" This from Jill, softly. "The Pauper could not ask help--from a Princess." "But maybe she'd LIKE to help, if she knew," contended David. "And maybe then she'd wave." Mr. Jack shook his head. "No, David, I'm afraid not. You see, the days of the Princess…
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