The Black Stallion
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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 1941 · Est. 5.5 hour read

The Black Stallion

By Walter Farley

Book #1 in the Black Stallion series

A boy and a wild horse face survival and friendship on a deserted island.

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187 pages· 49,422 words· Est. 5.5 hour read
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Alec Ramsay's life changes when he meets a wild horse on a doomed ship. Stranded on a desert island, they forge an unbreakable bond. Can they survive and find their way home? Adventure and friendship intertwine in this timeless tale of courage and hope.

From the publisher

First published in 1941, Walter Farley’s best-selling novel for youngreaders is the triumphant tale of a boy and a wild horse. From Alec Ramsay andthe Black’s first meeting on an ill-fated ship to their adventures on a desertisland and their eventual rescue, this beloved story will hold the raptattention of readers new and old.

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
187
Words
49,422
Reading age
9–12
Audience
Middle Grade
Lexile
680L
Themes & topics
Books about animalsBooks about horsesBooks about human-animal relationshipsBooks about survival storiesBooks about shipwrecks
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The series

The Black Stallion series

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The fine print

Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~4.4
F&P level
~P
Publication
Published
August 20, 1991
First published
January 1, 1941
Publisher
Yearling
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780679813439

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