Minnie's Pet Horse by Madeline Leslie
"Minnie's Pet Horse" by Madeline Leslie is a children's storybook written during the mid-19th century, likely in the Victorian era. This charming tale is part of a juvenile series that focuses on the relationships children have with their pets, highlighting themes of love, loyalty, and the innocence of childhood. The book revolves around Minnie's experiences with her pet Shetland pony, Star, and presents a series of delightful anecdotes about animals, particularly horses.
The narrative follows young Minnie and her beloved pony, Star, showcasing their close bond as she rides and cares for him in the idyllic countryside setting. The story is interwoven with heartwarming tales told by Minnie's uncle about the intelligence, loyalty, and emotional depth of various horses, reflecting a strong connection between animals and humans. As Minnie learns about the nature of her pony and other animals, the reader encounters touching moments that emphasize kindness, companionship, and the remarkable traits of these creatures. The book ultimately fosters a sense of appreciation and love for the animal world, making it a delightful read for children and animal lovers alike. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Leslie, Madeline, 1815-1893 |
|---|---|
| Title | Minnie's Pet Horse |
| Alternate Title | Minnie's Pet Pony |
| Credits |
Produced by Julia Miller and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 75.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Children -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Natural history -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Horses -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Children and animals -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Pets -- Social aspects -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Shetland pony -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 26620 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-26620-6 |
| Release Date | Sep 14, 2008 |
| Last Update | Jan 4, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1305 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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