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Black Gold (Marguerite Henry Horseshoe Library) Kindle Edition

by Marguerite Henry (Author), Wesley Dennis (Illustrator) Format: Kindle Edition

4.7 144 ratings

Part of: Marguerite Henry Horseshoe Library (2 books)

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No one thinks much of Black Gold because he is so small. But Jaydee sees something special in his eyes. He knows Black Gold would be great if he was his rider! Finally, Jaydee gets his wish. And Black Gold grows strong and fast under his careful hands. Soon it will be time for the most important race in America. Do they really have what it takes to win?

Black Gold’s inspirational story proves that the power of love and dedication can make any dream come true. Set against the thrilling and colorful world of Thoroughbred horses, Black Gold is the true story of a legendary horse and his determined young jockey.

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Booklist "...a thoroughly satisfying horse story."

The National Horseman "Again, Marguerite Henry has given boys and girls a superb story about a heroic horse."

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No one thinks much of Black Gold because he is so small. But Jaydee sees something special in his eyes. He knows Black Gold would be great if he was his rider! Finally, Jaydee gets his wish. And Black Gold grows strong and fast under his careful hands. Soon it would be time for the most important race in America. Did they really have what it takes to win? Black Gold's inspirational story proves that the power of love and dedication can make any dream come true.

Set against the thrilling and colorful world of Thoroughbred horses, Black Gold is the true story of this legendary horse and his determined young jockey.

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ASIN ‏ : ‎ B009K4W78U
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Aladdin; Reprint edition (December 18, 2012)
Publication date ‏ : ‎ December 18, 2012
Language ‏ : ‎ English
File size ‏ : ‎ 10227 KB
Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
Print length ‏ : ‎ 179 pages

Best Sellers Rank: #259,154 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store)
- #72 in Children's Horse Books (Kindle Store)
- #289 in Children's Sports & Outdoors Books (Kindle Store)
- #314 in Children's Classic Literature

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Marguerite Henry is the beloved author of such classic horse stories as King of the Wind, Misty of Chincoteague, and Stormy: Misty's Foal, all of which are available in Aladdin paperback editions.

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angela

Really good book

Reviewed in the United States on March 5, 2024

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Passing on a wonderful book that teaches empathy

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Martha C. P

Had a copy of this classic when I was a kid

Reviewed in the United States on December 7, 2023

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And was recently reminded of it when “Killers of the Flower Moon” was released. Black Gold and Al Hoots were from the he same time period

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Ruth Moorman

Wonderful

Reviewed in the United States on February 19, 2022

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This is the first book I read that made me cry. I'm now in my mind seventy and although I didn't cry I really enjoyed the book again. It's a story that is good for all ages. Enjoy it.

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Jennifer Shelton

Wonderful Memories of this book!

Reviewed in the United States on February 4, 2016

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I had read this book lovingly and repeatedly as a child.
Marguerite Henry is a wonderful writer, pulling you into the story with her eloquence, as well as the charming, intricate drawings done by.... Roy? I'm not quite sure!
As usual, most of her inspiration is based in reality, bringing to life the history of the horse.
This is the story of "Black Gold", an influential racehorse with a strong heart. It chronicles his story from before birth to his incredible racing career.
You really get to know the characters intrinsic to his life.
I do love the depth of her writings, making for good reading by children and grownup children as well!

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M36Daisy

Perfect Book for Horse Loving Girls

Reviewed in the United States on January 5, 2022

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My daughter has adored this series. Even as a teen, she still picks them back up for a fun read.

Reviewed in the United States on August 15, 2008

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It is difficult to really know how much of this story of a real horse is real, but I put that out of my mind and just enjoyed Marguerite Henry's writing style, and Wesley Dennis' pen-and-ink drawings. It begins with a mare named U-See-It and her breeding to Black Tomey to produce a black colt with a white marking on his forehead the Osage Indian woman named Black Gold, for the black gold of Oklahoma. A young boy named Jaydee who wants to be a jockey enters the picture and we watch both colt and child grow up, one to be a racehorse and one to be his jockey. So much fun to read, it makes me forget the sad ending, but you dwell on the determination and courage of Black Gold in his last race to help ease the pain. Young and old should enjoy this coming-of-age classic and thrill to the world of horse racing, and the love between a boy and his mount.

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Pamela A. Marsh

Your books are great!!!!

Reviewed in the United States on May 1, 2021

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My name is serenity i love! Your books so much!!!! Also I’m turning ten very soon and i can’t wait!!!!!!!!!! And i love love love love! Horses! Thanks a lot. Love serenity :D

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Amazon Customer

These books are timeless

Reviewed in the United States on January 12, 2022

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Gift for my granddaughter
She loves horses.
I read these books as a child

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