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King of the Wind: The Story of the Godolphin Arabian
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King of the Wind: The Story of the Godolphin Arabian Paperback - 2006

by Henry, Marguerite

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This Marguerite Henry classic follows the adventures of the Arabian stallion, brought to England to become one of the founding sires of the Thoroughbred breed, and of the mute Arab stable boy who tended him with loyalty and devotion all his life.

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  • Title King of the Wind: The Story of the Godolphin Arabian
  • Author Henry, Marguerite
  • Binding Paperback
  • Edition Reissue
  • Condition New
  • Pages 176
  • Volumes 1
  • Language ENG
  • Publisher Aladdin Paperbacks, New York, NY, U.S.A.
  • Date 2006-12-01
  • Illustrated Yes
  • Features Bibliography, Illustrated, Price on Product - Canadian, Table of Contents
  • Bookseller's Inventory # 59DUQN0020S2_ns
  • ISBN 9781416927860 / 1416927867
  • Weight 0.27 lbs (0.12 kg)
  • Dimensions 7.64 x 5.16 x 0.51 in (19.41 x 13.11 x 1.30 cm)
  • Ages 08 to 12 years
  • Grade levels 3 - 7
  • Reading level 830
  • Library of Congress subjects England, Horses
  • Library of Congress Catalog Number 91013474
  • Dewey Decimal Code FIC

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Summary

He was named "Sham" for the sun, this golden-red stallion born in the Sultan of Morocco's stone stables. Upon his heel was a small white spot, the symbol of speed. But on his chest was the symbol of misfortune. Although he was swift as the desert winds, Sham's pedigree would be scorned all his life by cruel masters and owners.

This is the classic story of Sham and his friend, the stable boy Agba. their adventures take them from the sands of the Sahara. to the royal courts of France, and finally to the green pastures and stately homes of England. For Sham was the renowned Godolphin Arabian, whose blood flows through the veins of almost very superior thoroughbred. Sham's speed -- like his story -- has become legendary.

First line

THE morning fog had lifted, giving way to a clear day.

Media reviews

"A book to delight all horse lovers."
-- Horn Book

About the author

Marguerite Henry (1902-1997) was the beloved author of such classic horse stories as King of the Wind, Misty of Chincoteague, and Stormy, Misty's Foal, and her work has won several Newbery Awards and Honors.

Wesley Dennis was best known for his illustrations in collaboration with author Marguerite Henry. They published sixteen books together.