Anna Sewell

Black Beauty, Young Folks' Edition (eBook, ePUB)

A Sentimental Journey Through the Eyes of a Noble Horse

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In "Black Beauty, Young Folks' Edition," Anna Sewell employs a first-person narrative style that uniquely immerses readers in the emotional and physical experiences of a horse. This poignant work serves not only as a compelling tale of Black Beauty'Äôs tumultuous life'Äîfrom a well-cared-for stallion to suffering under human cruelty'Äîbut also as a broader commentary on the treatment of animals in Victorian society. The literary context of the novel can be traced back to the rising humane movements of the late 19th century, as Sewell sought to awaken compassion and awareness among her readers about animal welfare through a narrative that is both accessible and engaging for the younger audience. Anna Sewell, born in 1820, had a lifelong affection for animals, which was intensified by her own experiences with cruelty and disability. Her passion for animal rights led her to write this seminal work, which she hoped would inspire empathy and reform among her peers. Unfortunately, Sewell passed away shortly after its publication, but her legacy endures in the powerful advocacy embedded in her storytelling. "Black Beauty, Young Folks' Edition" is highly recommended for readers of all ages who seek to deepen their understanding of compassion and ethics regarding the treatment of animals. This timeless classic not only entertains but also serves as a vital educational tool, inviting young readers to reflect on their responsibilities toward all living beings.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 49
• Altersempfehlung: ab 1 Jahre
• Erscheinungstermin: 12. August 2023
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 8596547543503
• Artikelnr.: 68596975

Autorenporträt

Anna Sewell was born in Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, England, in 1820 into a devoutly Quaker family. Her mother, Mary Wright Sewell was a successful author of children's books. She was largely educated at home. Sewell's only published work was Black Beauty, written in the period between 1871 and 1877, after she had moved to Old Catton, a village outside the city of Norwich in Norfolk. During this time her health was declining. She was often so weak that she was confined to her bed and writing was a challenge. She dictated the text to her mother and from 1876 began to write on slips of paper which her mother then transcribed. Sewell sold the novel to local publisher Jarrolds on 24 November 1877, when she was 57 years of age. Although it is now considered a children's classic, she originally wrote it for those who worked with horses. She said "a special aim [was] to induce kindness, sympathy, and an understanding treatment of horses." Sewell died on 25 April 1878 of hepatitis or tuberculosis, five months after her book was published, living long enough to see its initial success.