White Stallion of Lipizza

By Marguerite Henry, Wesley Dennis (Illustrator)

A boy's dream to ride Vienna's famed stallions defies family tradition.

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192 pages· 33,891 words· Est. 4.5 hour read

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Bookroo's summary

Hans, a baker's son, dreams of mastering the art of riding Vienna's legendary Lipizzan stallions. Despite his family's expectations, an invitation to the Ballet of Lipizzaners changes everything. As Hans trains with his beloved stallion, Borina, he faces challenges that test his dedication and skill. Will his passion for classical riding lead him to triumph in the world of horsemanship, or will his roots hold him back? Dive into a tale rich with history and the enchanting bond between horse and rider.

From the publisher

The magnificent Lipizzan stallions of Vienna come to life as never before in this exciting story from Newbery Award-winning author Marguerite Henry, back in print by popular demand. A young boy named Hans dreams of one day working with the famed stallions of Lipizza. But coming from a family of bakers, Hans is discouraged from ever becoming a rider. That is, until the day he is invited to watch the extraordinary Ballet of Lipizzaners–from the Imperial Box!–and his life is changed forever. Marguerite Henry artfully includes authentic details about the skillful training of both horse and rider as she weaves the story of Hans and his beloved Lipizzan stallion, Borina. The brilliance of Hans’s dazzling public performances and his devotion to the art of classical riding make this story uniquely rich in history and horsemanship–a tale to be treasured by horse lovers of all ages. This beloved story from Newbery Award-winning author Marguerite Henry features the original text and illustrations with gorgeous new cover art.

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