Horse Pie - Softcover

King-Smith, Dick

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0552547271 ISBN 13: 9780552547277

Publisher: Young Corgi, 1994

Synopsis

Captain, Ladybird and Herbert -to Shire horses and a Suffolk Punch are not pleased when Jenny, a retired seaside donkey, arrives at the Old Horses' Home. It's supposed to be a home for horses, and they don't want to share a field with a common little donkey. The rustlers are spotted in the area: thieves who like nothing better than to steal horses and ship them abroad - to be made into horse pie. Can Jenny and her friends save the huge heavy horses?

About this title

Review:

"An endearing animal story . . . Language is well used in this book, which is accessible without ever condescending to the new reader" (Mail on Sunday)

"The story has everything to delight readers in the 5-9 age range. The large print is clear and inviting, the illustrations plentiful and sympathetic and there is a happy ending. Perfect for bedtime reading" (Junior Bookshelf)

"A well-written, warmly sensitive and entertaining tale with a lovely ending. Destined to become a firm favourite" (Books for Keeps)

Book Description:

A touching animal tale from a much loved author.

About this edition

• Publisher: Young Corgi
• Publication date: 1994
• ISBN 10: 0552547271
• ISBN 13: 9780552547277
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 64