White Stallion of Lipizza by Marguerite Henry

Marguerite Henry inspired children all over the world with her love of animals, especially horses. This to me is a constant source of wonder and challenge.' This quote was from an article about Henry published in the Washington Post on November 28, 1997, in response to a query about her drive to write about horses. And although a riding horse often weighs half a ton and a big drafter a full ton, either can be led about by a piece of string if he has been wisely trained. 'It is exciting to me that no matter how much machinery replaces the horse, the work it can do is still measured in horsepower. Among the more famous of her works was Misty of Chincoteague, which was the basis for the 1961 movie Misty, and several sequel books. The author of fifty-nine books based on true stories of horses and other animals, her work has captivated entire generations of children and young adults and won several Newbery Awards and Honors. They published sixteen books together.Marguerite Henry (April 13, 1902-November 26, 1997) was an American writer. Wesley Dennis was best known for his illustrations in collaboration with author Marguerite Henry. About the Author Marguerite Henry was the beloved author of such classic horse stories as King of the Wind Misty of Chincoteague and Stormy, Mistys Foal, all of which are available in Aladdin paperback editions. This beloved story from Newbery Award-winning author Marguerite Henry features the original text and illustrations with gorgeous new cover art. The brilliance of Hanss dazzling public performances and his devotion to the art of classical riding make this story uniquely rich in history and horsemanship-a tale to be treasured by horse lovers of all ages. Marguerite Henry artfully includes authentic details about the skillful training of both horse and rider as she weaves the story of Hans and his beloved Lipizzan stallion, Borina. That is, until the day he is invited to watch the extraordinary Ballet of Lipizzaners-from the Imperial Box!-and his life is changed forever. But coming from a family of bakers, Hans is discouraged from ever bing a rider. A young boy named Hans dreams of one day working with the famed stallions of Lipizza.

Book Synopsis The magnificent Lipizzan stallions of Vienna come to life as never before in this exciting story from Newbery Award-winning author Marguerite Henry, back in print by popular demand. Henry has artfully woven authentic details within this warm and sensitive tale.

About the Book Here is the story of young Hans Haupt and his rigorous apprenticeship and training at Viennas Spanish Court Riding School, home of the famous Lipizzan stallions.

White Stallion of Lipizza by Marguerite Henry