A shipwreck leaves young Alec stranded on a deserted island with a wild stallion. Dependent on each other for survival, boy and horse learn to trust and love each other as they establish an amazing friendship that lasts a lifetime.
First published in 1941, Walter Farley's best-selling novel for young readers is the triumphant tale of a boy and a wild horse. From Alec Ramsay and the Black's first meeting on an ill-fated ship to their adventures on a desert island and their eventual rescue, this beloved story will hold the rapt attention of readers new and old.
This book has been selected as a Common Core State Standards Text Exemplar (Grades 4-5, Stories) in Appendix B.
Product Details
BLACK STALLION
Format: Paperback
Pages: 224
Product Weight: 0.34 lbs
Author: Farley, Walter
Publication Date: 1991-08-20
Language: English
Series: Black Stallion
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE
Dewey Decimal Classification: FIC
Audience Age Group: 09 to 12
Number of Units in Package: 1
ISBN: 9780679813439