Black Beauty: The Autobiography of a Horse

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The memoir offers a unique perspective through the eyes of Black Beauty, a horse whose life journey spans from a joyful childhood on a farm to the harsh realities of pulling cabs in London, and finally to a peaceful retirement. It highlights various encounters with both cruelty and compassion, with each chapter presenting a distinct incident that imparts moral lessons about kindness and empathy towards horses. Sewell's keen observations and rich descriptions of horse behavior enhance the narrative, creating a poignant commentary on the treatment of animals.