This abridged novel gives a detailed account of a horse, called Black Beauty. He is a fine horse but most of his owners are cruel, money-minded and opportunists. The other animals described in this novel get worse treatment from their human masters. The author has tried to portray the life of these speechless creatures. She did not write many novels but this novel did make her famous as a humane author. The original flavor of these classics has been carefully retained in these abridged versions. Must be read by the youth, housewives, students and executives.