King of the Wind
Published: 2013
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"King of the Wind" by Marguerite Henry tells the story of a young stable boy named Agba and his close bond with a remarkable horse named Sham. Set in the historical backdrop of the Arabian Peninsula and later in France, the tale follows Agba and Sham as they endure hardships and seek freedom after being captured and sold. Their journey takes them through exciting adventures, showcasing their loyalty and the special connection they share. Ultimately, Sham becomes a legendary racing horse, leading to triumph in the world of horse racing and becoming a symbol of resilience and hope. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is the winner of numerous awards
This book features in the following series: King Of the Wind, Marguerite Henry Horseshoe Library, Thorndike Juvenile .
This book was published in 2013 by Jane Nissen Books .
Wesley Dennis was best known for his illustrations in collaboration with author Marguerite Henry. They published sixteen books together.
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This book has been nominated for the following awards:
Newbery Award
The Newbery Medal, named after 18th-century British bookseller John Newbery, is one of the most prestigious awards in children's literature. Established in 1922 by the American Library Association (ALA), the Newbery Medal is awarded annually to the author of the most distinguished American children's book published in the previous year. The award committee evaluates nominees based on literary quality, originality, presentation, and relevance to childrens literature. The book should demonstrate excellence in narrative and character development, as well as appeal to the intended audience. In addition to the medal winner, the committee also designates several Honor Books each year. These titles are recognized for their merit and are considered outstanding contributions to childrens literature, though they do not receive the medal.
Young Reader's Choice Award
This book was recognised by the Young Reader's Choice Award.
