Wonder Horse
Picture Book · 2010

Wonder Horse

By Emily Arnold Mccully

A horse defies expectations, changing how a nation views animals.

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1,233 words

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In a world where animals are mere tools, a former slave turned veterinarian, Doc Key, trains his horse, Jim, to perform astonishing feats. As Jim captivates audiences with his intelligence, Doc challenges society's views on animal treatment. Can one horse's talents inspire a nation to embrace compassion?

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Format
Paperback
Words
1,233
Audience
Middle Grade
Themes & topics
Books about human-animal bondsBooks about animalsBooks about overcoming adversityBooks about breaking stereotypesBooks about horses
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Book details

Publication
First published
June 22, 2010
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780545417211

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