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Other Horse & Pony Books:
PANCHO THE STORY OF HORSE (DENT 1967?) Reprinted in paperback. SUMMARY: The story of Pancho, a rogue horse who nevertheless wins the heart of his owner and his groom. With patient training Pancho seems to be getting better. But then after a girl is badly injured while riding him, it seems his last chance has gone. PONYMAD VIEW: Suitable for older readers as the main characters are all adults. Interestingly 'narrated' by an adult male, which is extremely unusual in the genre. PONYMAD RATING: 3 HORSESHOES
KINGDOM FOR A HORSE (DENT 1971) ILLUSTRATED BY VAL BIRO Reprinted in paperback. SUMMARY: When groom Dai's old master, The Colonel, is killed in a riding accident, he takes over as groom to The Colonel's daughter. But she is an unpleasant woman who blames Christo, the horse her father was riding for his death. She sells Christo and Dai is broken hearted as the old horse was his favourite. But then Dai finds out Christo is being sold at a sale. He gives up everything in order to get the horse back… PONYMAD VIEW: A touching though sad story of a man's devotion to a horse. Hankies may be needed for the less hard-hearted reader. For older readers with adult characters. PONYMAD RATING: 4 HORSESHOES
Collectors Info: These were reprinted as paperbacks and it is these editions that are most commonly seen. A little easier to find than the Wendy books, though the first editions are far rarer. Again, not too expensive to buy however.
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