War Horse. London: Kaye and Ward, 1982. First Edition. Publisher’s laminated pictorial boards, with cover illustrations by Victor Ambrus. No dust jacket, as issued. Small abrasion to upper spine hinge, otherwise a fine bright copy.

“The Black Beauty of the Great War“

The story recounts the experiences of Joey, a horse bought by the Army for service in World War I in France and the attempts of 15-year-old Albert, his previous owner, to bring him safely home.

A highly collectable copy, due to the book’s enduring popularity and the acclaimed stage adaptation (by the National Theatre in 2007) and subsequent Steven Spielberg film (2011).