National Velvet
National Velvet by Enid Bagnold is an illustrated edition published by Courier Dover Publications on January 16, 2019. This 288-page book follows the journey of Velvet Brown, a butcher’s daughter from a small Sussex town, who fervently wishes for horses and dreams of becoming the best rider in England. Her life changes when she acquires a piebald horse through a village lottery, which possesses the talent to compete in the Grand National, the world’s most famous steeplechase.
Readers will find a richly atmospheric portrayal of rural English life between the World Wars, as well as themes of determination and family support. The narrative captures Velvet’s grit and her pursuit of dreams, resonating with horse lovers and fans of juvenile fiction alike. This edition brings to life the classic story that has captivated audiences since its original release in 1935, making it a notable addition to any bookshelf.
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“The book is one that horse lovers of every age cannot fail to enjoy.” — The New York Times
“Humorous, charming, National Velvet is a little masterpiece.” — Time
“Put on your not-to-be-missed list.” — The New Yorker
A butcher’s daughter in a small Sussex town ends her nightly prayers with “Oh, God, give me horses, give me horses! Let me be the best rider in England!” The answer to fourteen-year-old Velvet Brown’s plea materializes in the form of an unwanted piebald, raffled off in a village lottery, who turns out to be adept at jumping fences—exactly the sort of horse that could win the world’s most famous steeplechase, the Grand National.
Richly atmospheric of rural English life between the World Wars, National Velvet has enchanted generations of readers since its 1935 debut. The heroine’s grit and determination, backed by the support of her eccentric and loving family, offer an inspiring example of the struggles and rewards of following a dream.
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