Justin Morgan Had a Horse

By: Marguerite Henry

Narrated by: Patrick Lawlor

"Nope, that little feller don't look like he'll amount to much." That's what almost everyone said about Little Bub. But young Joel Goss knew that Little Bub was a special colt, even though he was a runt. When schoolteacher Justin Morgan asked Joel to gentle the colt, Joel was thrilled. Little Bub proved that size and breed weren't everything. Soon word spread throughout the entire Northeast that this spirited colt could pull heavier loads than a pair of oxen and run faster than thoroughbreds.

This book, which garnered a Newbery Honor, presents the true story of a simple horse that, through pure spirit, rose to greatness. His descendants, who helped settlers tame the American wilderness, would become a world-famous breed of American horses, the Morgan.

(P)2003 Blackstone Audio Inc.

Critic reviews

"A thing of beauty in every respect and a treasured addition to the home library." (Washington Post)

great listen

I love that he didn't give up and kept working for his horse.
The narration is clear, entertaining and easy to understand.

A wonderful horse story

I love this book and have read/listened to it many time so I recommend it for anyone who likes a good, true, story.

Friendship

American story of friendship between a boy and a horse which started the Morgan horse breed.

excellent book

The reader did a great job performing animated voices. Very engaging story, especially for horse lovers!

Great American story

What an interesting tale from early America! We enjoyed thoroughly the characters and the storytelling.