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Horses Nine

by Sewell Ford (1868–1946)

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  • 2 hours to read
  • 5 chapters
  • Reading level: 6th grade

"Horses Nine" by Sewell Ford is a collection of stories centered around horses and their unique experiences, written in the early 20th century. The book presents various characters, each with distinct backgrounds and adventures, highlighting the bond between horses and humans while also exploring themes of perseverance and identity through the narrative of their lives. The opening of "Horses Nine" introduces readers to the horse named Skipper, who becomes part of the mounted police force. Skipper's transition from a carefree farm life to the demands of city duties is depicted, showcasing his adaptability and enthusiasm for his new role. As he learns to navigate the challenges of urban environments, Skipper’s story unfolds, detailing humorous interactions with various city elements and foreshadowing the trials that come with his position. The narrative sets the stage for a journey filled with adventure, camaraderie, and the trials faced by working horses in the lives of their human counterparts.

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  • Horses
  • United States · Social life and customs · 20th century
  • Human-animal relationships

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Chapter I

Down in Maine or up in Vermont, anywhere, in fact, save on a fancy stud-farm, his color would have passed for sorrel. Being a high-bred hackney, and the pick of the Sir Bardolph three-year-olds, he was put down as a strawberry roan. Also he was the pride of Lochlynne.

"'Osses, women, and the weather, sir, ain't to be depended on; but, barrin' haccidents, that 'ere Bonfire'll fetch us a ribbon if any does, sir." Hawkins, the stud-groom, made this prophecy, not in haste or out of hand, but as one who has a reputation to maintain and who speaks by the card.

So the word was passed among the under-grooms and stable-boys that Bonfire was the best of the Sir Bardolph get, and that he was going to the Garden for the honor and profit of the farm.

Well, Bonfire had come to the Garden. He had been there two days. It was within a few hours of the time when the hackneys were to take the ring—and look at him! His eyes were dull, his head was down, his nostrils wept, his legs trembled.

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Contents

  1. Front Matter
  2. Chapter I
  3. Chapter II
  4. Chapter III
  5. Chapter IV

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About this edition

This free edition of Horses Nine by Sewell Ford comes from Project Gutenberg eBook #19824, released 2006-11-16. It is in the public domain in the United States, so you can read it here in full at no cost, on any phone, tablet or computer. Genre: Short Stories, Adventure.

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