Black Gold

Name: Black Gold
Brand: Simon & Schuster
SKU: 97156
Price: 6.17 USD
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Author: Marguerite Henry
ISBN: 9780689715624

By: Marguerite Henry

Simon & Schuster / 1992 / Paperback

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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.

Product Information

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Title: Black Gold
By: Marguerite Henry
Format: Paperback
Number of Pages: 172
Vendor: Simon & Schuster
Publication Date: 1992

Dimensions: 7.5 X 5 (inches)
Weight: 4 ounces
ISBN: 0689715625
ISBN-13: 9780689715624
Ages: 9-12
Stock No: WW97156

Author Bio

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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.

Editorial Reviews

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Booklist "...a thoroughly satisfying horse story."

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