The Black Stallion and the Girl

The Black Stallion and the Girl had a totally different feel to it than other stories from Walter Farley's Black Stallion series. When a freespirited girl named Pam Athena comes to work at Hopeful Farm, she reminds Alec of what it means to love horses just for who they are.There were several things I really enjoyed about this book. It was an interesting look at women's rights and freespirited people in the 70s, a realistic look at the challenges of horse racing, and it reminded horsemen and women not to lose their first love for horses. There was an innocent sweetness in the book as Pam braided flowers into her horse's mane, danced in the starlight, raced horseback through the forest, and gave a bonquet of wildflowers to Henry.However, what I did not like was the portrayal of Henry. He just didn't seem like the wise, horse loving mentor that he used to be in the previous books. In fact, Pam mentions in the book how surprised she is at his behavior. I also didn't care for the way Alec suddenly needed Pam almost more than his horse. The series is supposed to be about the Black and it seems like Alec kind of loses part of this special relationship with him. Also there are some very sad moments in the book with a racing accident.But all in all, this was a very nice book and I would give it 4.5 stars! ****+

Got the book fast. Love all the Black Stallion books. Walter Farley did a great job with these. Each book can be read as a stand alone too. One book does not depend on a second book to finish the current story. This one if different because the focus is shifted from Alex to a girl that rides the Black

There are lessons to be learned from Pam's striving to be taken as an equal in a world of men, but I fear it taught more of sexism than the overcoming of sexism to my 6-year old. The final chapter was also a bit strong for her in terms of its descriptions of their love and parting. I would recommend it for somewhat older readers.

My 8 year old grand daughter who is very interested in horses loved this book. I enjoyed reading the Black Stallion books when I was a young 10 year old some 55 years ago. Great books.

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A wonderful book for kids of all ages. We can learn much from the Black Stallion and all his adventures. All we have to do is find a kid, pickup the book and begin to read. You will be well rewarded.

Great condition. Thank you.

I just love this series and I LOVE that there are so many books in this well written series. For horse lovers everywhere!

Our children enjoy the Black Stallion series.

Ich hatte die Story schon als Jugendliche gelesen und konnte das Buch kaum aus der Hand legen. Jetzt, als ich das Buch nochmals in englischer Originalsprache gelesen habe, ging es mir genauso. Ich habe mitgefiebert und mitgefühlt.

Love Walter Farley!! HE writes very well.Really recommend his saga to any horse lover out there, very much loved.

Story kept me wanting more, horses featured, especially the Black, but more about people which made a change. I wound recommend this book to anyone who loved horses.I am looking forward to reading more about Pam and Alex

I love the Black Stallion series, and have read many books in the series, such as the Black Stallion's Filly etc.