The Black Stallion

First published in 1941 Walter Farley's best-selling novel for young readers is the triumphant tale of a boy and a wild horse. From Alec Ramsay and the Black's first meeting on an ill-fated ship to their adventures on a desert island and their eventual rescue this beloved story will hold the rapt attention of readers new and old.. This book has been selected as a Common Core State Standards Text Exemplar (Grades 4-5 Stories) in Appendix B.