The Young Black Stallion

The Young Black Stallion
Author: Walter Farley
Publisher: Yearling
Total Pages: 162
Release: 2011-09-28
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0307804976

In this prequel to The Black Stallion, we learn the story of the Black before he was shipwrecked with Alec Ramsay. Born in the mountain stronghold of Sheikh Abu Ishak, the colt shows great promise. During a band of robbers’ attempt to steal him, the colt escapes and learns to survive on his own in the high mountains. Will he ever find his way home?

The Promise

The Promise
Author: Steven Farley
Publisher: Random House Books for Young Readers
Total Pages: 0
Release: 1998
Genre: Determination (Personality trait) in children
ISBN: 9780679891413

Danielle Connors fears losing her horse when her parents announce they plan on selling their family's horse farm.

The Black Stallion and the Shape-shifter

The Black Stallion and the Shape-shifter
Author: Steven Farley
Publisher: Random House Books for Young Readers
Total Pages: 274
Release: 2009-01-13
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0375892516

After being injured while racing in Ireland’s famous Foster Stakes, the Black and Alec head to the Irish coast to recuperate. While there, they are charmed by the pleasant people and intrigued by tales of the kelpie, a shape-shifting creature of myth who carries unsuspecting riders off to a watery grave. Alec meets a lonely local girl, Mora, who has found a stray pony. Alec, recognizing her love of horses, teaches her to ride. But when Mora disappears, Alec realizes that she has been carried off by the mythical kelpie. Now, Alec and the Black must race the shape-shifter, not realizing that if they lose, not only will Mora be lost forever, but so will the Black.

Son of the Black Stallion

Son of the Black Stallion
Author: Walter Farley
Publisher: Yearling
Total Pages: 290
Release: 2011-09-28
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0307804941

When Alec receives the Black Stallion’s first son as a gift, he believes his dreams have come true, but Satan’s savage arrogance makes him dangerous and unpredictable. Still, Alec is resolved to gain the fiery colt’s trust, even if he must risk his life to do it.

The Black Stallion Returns

The Black Stallion Returns
Author: Walter Farley
Publisher: Yearling
Total Pages: 242
Release: 1991-08-20
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0679813446

In this, the second book in the series, the heart-stopping adventures of the Black Stallion continue as Alec discovers that two men are after the Black. One claims to be the Black’s rightful owner and one is trying to kill the beautiful steed. An Arab chieftain proves his ownership of the Black and takes him away, but Alec is determined to find his horse again. Following the pair to Arabia, Alec encounters great evil and intrigue, as only a horse as spectacular as the Black could inspire.

The Black Stallion

The Black Stallion
Author: Walter Farley
Publisher: Yearling
Total Pages: 226
Release: 1991-08-20
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0679813438

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.

A Horse Called Raven

A Horse Called Raven
Author: Steven Farley
Publisher: Turtleback Books
Total Pages: 0
Release: 1998
Genre:
ISBN: 9780613116398

Danielle is working at the stables to earn money to buy back her horse, Redman, when she becomes caretaker for a colt called Raven.

The Black Stallion Picture Book

The Black Stallion Picture Book
Author: Walter Farley
Publisher: Random House Books for Young Readers
Total Pages: 59
Release: 1979-01-01
Genre: Horses
ISBN: 9780394841748

Young Alec Ramsay is shipwrecked on a desert island with a horse destined to play an important part in his life. Following their rescue their adventures continue in America.

The Black Stallion's Steeplechaser

The Black Stallion's Steeplechaser
Author: Steven Farley
Publisher: Random House Books for Young Readers
Total Pages: 0
Release: 1997
Genre: Horses
ISBN: 9780679982005

Sired by the champion Black Stallion, Black Storm is everything a race horse should be--strong and fast, brave and proud. But he is also very hard to handle, and his unruly nature makes him a misfit at Hopeful Farm. Young jockey Alec Ramsay continues to believe in the unpredictable colt, confident that Storm has it in his blood to become a champion steeplechaser. Unfortunately, Storm's trainer, Henry, has lost patience with the colt's violent mood swings and is threatening to sell the magnificent animal--at any price. Now Alec must convince Henry to allow him and Storm to enter one more race together. One more chance for the Black Stallion's Steeplechaser to prove himself a winner. And one last chance to save Hopeful Farm...Praise for Steven Farley's "The Black Stallion's Shadow (spring 1996): "In the Farley tradition, the plot gallops off to a dramatic start...his simple writing style and fast-moving plot will satisfy those who've devoured previous adventures of the Black and his clan."--"School Library Journal

The Yearling

The Yearling
Author: Steven Farley
Publisher: Turtleback Books
Total Pages: 0
Release: 1999
Genre:
ISBN: 9780613162432

Once again, Danielle must adjust to life without her beloved horse Redman, who's back on duty at the riding camp. She turns to Raven for comfort, but the brash young colt is more full of himself than ever. Although Alec, Raven's trainer, is pleased with the development of his future racehorse, Danielle is troubled by Raven's increasingly aloof manner. Despite her best efforts, he doesn't seem to care whether she is around or not. Alec reminds Danielle that Raven, like the famous Black, will never be anyone's pet. Can Danielle give up her secret hope of being the colt's best friend?