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Pit Pony
The Picture Book
by Joyce Barkhouse and Janet Barkhouse
illustrated by Sydney Smith
Pit Pony brought to life in picture book format for the younger reader
If Willie could have his dream, he would go to Sable Island and ride free over the sand dunes on the back of a wild horse. Instead, at eleven years old, Willie has to go to work in the coal mines of Cape Breton, hardly ever seeing the light of day. But with the help of Gem, the gentle pit pony he works with in the mine, he discovers that things aren't always as bad as they seem.
Pit Pony is a beloved classic of children's literature, and has been turned into a movie and a television series. For this new illustrated edition, the story has been retold in an abbreviated version for young readers and is vividly illustrated by acclaimed illustrator Sydney Smith.
About the Authors
Joyce Barkhouse
Janet Barkhouse
Reviews
"Through the rich text and equally informative illustrations, Pit Pony: The Picture Book will help younger readers learn about the lives of coal mining families in eastern Canada in the early 1900s."
Diana Mumford, Canadian Teacher
"Pit Pony: The Picture Book captures the essence of the novel perfectly...mirroring a time and place in Nova Scotia's past and capturing a boy's wonder at the majestic spirit of the wild ponies of Sable Island"
Rosalie MacEachern, Atlantic Books Today
"Smith's drawings charmingly capture the heart of the story: joy and tragedy, love and cruelty... an exceptional book" Recommended.
Lian Goodall, Canadian Children's Book News
Awards
Canadian Children's Book Centre Best Books for Kids & Teens Selection
2013
Subjects (BISAC)
JUVENILE FICTION / Animals / Horses, JUVENILE FICTION / Historical / Canada / General, JUVENILE FICTION / Social Themes / Friendship
Subjects
Juvenile Fiction, Juvenile Fiction: Coming of age, Juvenile Fiction: Friendship, Juvenile Fiction: Sports, Juvenile Fiction: Sports: Horses
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