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Black Beauty is the autobiography of a horse, and a classic novel by Anna Sewell. Summary of the Book A black colt begins his story with his birth in an English Farm. He relates the stories of his life on the farm, explaining his hardships and the lessons he learnt along the way. Black Beauty, as he is known, incorporates a unique description of the world of horses. From his time of birth to his old age in the country, Anna Sewell’s love for horses is plain in her writing. This book is a must read for all children. About Anna Sewell Anna Sewell was an English writer, the daughter of the famous writer Mary Wright Sewell. This is her only known work. Black Beauty was adapted into a major motion picture multiple times, including a 1994 version by Caroline Thompson.