Black Beauty has lived his whole life on a peaceful farm, but when his master's wife falls ill, Beauty's life takes a dramatic turn for the worse. Thrust into a world of ignorance and cruelty, Beauty must do his best to survive until he can find his way back to the love and kindness he once knew. With Classic Starts, young readers can experience the wonder of timeless stories from an early age. Abridge for easier reading and carefully rewritten, each classic novel is filled with all the magic and excitement that made the original story a beloved favorite.