- Hardcover: 256 pages
- Publisher: Delacorte Books for Young Readers (Nov 8 2011)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0385733771
- ISBN-13: 978-0385733779
- Product Dimensions: 15.8 x 2.4 x 21.7 cm
- Shipping Weight: 381 g
- Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (1 customer review)
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#93,259 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #69 in Books > Children's Books > Animals > Horses > Fiction
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Product Description
In the forests of Siberia, in the first years of the 20th century, a white pony runs free with his herd. But his life changes forever when he's captured by men. Years of hard work and cruelty wear him out. When he's chosen to be one of 20 ponies to accompany the Englishman Robert Falcon Scott on his quest to become the first to reach the South Pole, he doesn't know what to expect. But the men of Scott's expedition show him kindness, something he's never known before. They also give him a name—James Pigg. As Scott's team hunkers down in Antarctica, James Pigg finds himself caught up in one of the greatest races of all time. The Norwegian explorer Roald Amundsen has suddenly announced that he too means to be first to the Pole. But only one team can triumph, and not everyone can survive—not even the animals.
About the Author
IAIN LAWRENCE's previous novels include The Giant-Slayer, The Seance, Gemini Summer, B for Buster, Lord of the Nutcracker Men, Ghost Boy, The Lightkeeper's Daughter, as well as the Curse of the Jolly Stone trilogy: The Convicts, The Cannibals, and The Castaways; and the High Seas trilogy: The Wreckers, The Smugglers, and The Buccaneers.
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James Pigg, "a good lad",
This review is from: The Winter Pony (Hardcover)
I loved this heartbreaking story of Captain Scott's fatal journey to the South Pole, told from the point of view of one of the ponies he took with him. This is a well written book and the author obviuosly put much research and heart into this story. You can't help but fall in love with James Pigg, the pony from Siberia, as he tries his best to help Captain Scott and his dedicated team reach their goal. If you already know the end, you will still find yourself cheering for man and beast as they struggle against the elements. It is a story of determination, incredible fortitude and devotion. I made the mistake of reading the final chapters on the bus, on my way home from work. My sobbing caused other passengers to become concerned. This may be a difficult read from some sensitive young people but I rate it with my childhood favourites; Black Beauty, Old Yeller and The Yearling.(less)
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James Pigg, "a good lad",
By Darlene Foster - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: The Winter Pony (Hardcover)
I loved this heartbreaking story of Captain Scott's fatal journey to the South Pole, told from the point of view of one of the ponies he took with him. This is a well written book and the author obviuosly put much research and heart into this story. You can't help but fall in love with James Pigg, the pony from Siberia, as he tries his best to help Captain Scott and his dedicated team reach their goal. If you already know the end, you will still find yourself cheering for man and beast as they struggle against the elements. It is a story of determination, incredible fortitude and devotion. I made the mistake of reading the final chapters on the bus, on my way home from work. My sobbing caused other passengers to become concerned. This may be a difficult read from some sensitive young people but I rate it with my childhood favourites; Black Beauty, Old Yeller and The Yearling.
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Wow!,
By Darlene Jones - Published on Amazon.com
Wow!There aren't enough adjectives to describe how wonderful this book is. If I was cranky the next morning, It's Mr. Lawrence's fault because I couldn't stop reading.
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Not just for kids,
By Julimil - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: The Winter Pony (Hardcover)
I'm a long time fan of Iain Lawrence and have loved every one of his books, Even though written for young people, he delves deeply into dark and disturbing themes and keeps the suspense level high. These books are definitely page-turners! Winter Pony is different, though. It is exquisitely written and a real pleasure to read, but the tale is so tragic I had to stop often and not only reach for the kleenex but just get some distance. Several times I had to say out loud, "How could he have stood to write this book? It's so sad!" At the end of the story, the author actually explains just how painful it was for him to keep writing. I think this would be a great book to share with children and segue into meaningful conversations on serious issues.
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