- Paperback: 238 pages
- Publisher: Puffin Books; Reissue edition (Dec 2001)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0142300276
- ISBN-13: 978-0142300275
- Product Dimensions: 19.9 x 12.5 x 1.6 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (63 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 825,814 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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The style sits between A Little Princess and the Famous Five, with delighted description of clothing, furnishings and food... --William Thomas, Empire
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""The Little White Horse" is one of the most magical stories in the world." --"The Independent"
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19 of 19 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
You have to be prepared to read this book with an open mind, as if you were a child. I read it first when I was 10 and I was enthralled. Its old-fashioned and romantic, with a touch of the surreal. The modern child with little knowledge of victorian history may find it a little strange at first but its worth persevering.
43 of 45 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I have just re- read The Little White Horse in one sitting on a beach in Tenerife. It is 25 years since I last read it and indeed had it read to me and I was immediately transported into a richly descriptive and morally fair world which I had forgotten. The warmth of the writing stayed with me and as my copy is battered I thought I would see if it is still in print and lo and behold here it is. Having read the reviews it would appear to me that the two critics who didn't like it came to the story later in life -the rest of us fans are re-reading a delight from childhood and revisiting feelings we had as children. You do have to view the words in historical context ( as you do with other writers such as Enid Blyton) but that doesn't detract from what is a great story for 8+ year old little girls who still want a bit of magic from a bygone age.
26 of 27 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I have just purchased a copy of this book for my Daughter , as she has heard me tell her many times about why I love this story, and she wanted a copy of her own.
Yes it is outdated in terms of todays literature, but I love it because it captures my imagination and takes me away to a simple , uncluttered way of life. It is a story where children not only learn values, but are valued!!
Marmaduke Scarlet's tea parties sound fantastic, and I love the descriptions of the rooms and the characters come to life, with all their quirks and foibles. Elizabeth Goudge has a skill for telling stories with meanings on many levels , and this should not be written off as just a childrens story.
Yes it is outdated in terms of todays literature, but I love it because it captures my imagination and takes me away to a simple , uncluttered way of life. It is a story where children not only learn values, but are valued!!
Marmaduke Scarlet's tea parties sound fantastic, and I love the descriptions of the rooms and the characters come to life, with all their quirks and foibles. Elizabeth Goudge has a skill for telling stories with meanings on many levels , and this should not be written off as just a childrens story.
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An adorable story.
This has to be one of my favourite books of all time. I first read it as a child and now as an Adult I can read it again but in a totally different way. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Neferra
The Little White Horse
The book arrived on time in the condition described. I ordered it after reading that JK Rowling had loved it as a child. I found it charming though a little dated.
Published 3 months ago by C. Northcott
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It's forty years since I read Elizabeth Gouge. This book reminded me why I like her work so much. Her delightful descriptions all have emotional references that evoke memories and... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Mrs. E. Seadon
Still Magical
I read this as a child and have just finished reading it to my eight year old, she says it is one of the best books ever and has set out to read it again by herself. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Muse
Lovely :)
im 17, i've had this book since i was about 10!
its a beautiful book for children - i read it and i have done so even now i never get bored of visiting moonacer in my... Read more
its a beautiful book for children - i read it and i have done so even now i never get bored of visiting moonacer in my... Read more
Published 5 months ago by Miss E. Hubbard
memories
i adored this as a child and read it many times. i am not sure what happened to my copy during many moves so i shall treat myself to ths kindle version. Read more
Published 5 months ago by madams
Lovely book, bring back the pictures!
I first read this book as a child and have lent and bought it for many friends, and now their daughters. A captivating magical story, full of dreams and wishes and respect. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Magenta's Mum
Mesmerizing
I thought this story was very magical, it was very historic and fascinating. Some of the words didn't make sense but it was still very enjoyable. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Daisy
Nostalgic magic
I loved this book as a child and maybe I won't read it again. I think that possibly there will be too much description for me now - after all, that's the way books were written... Read more
Published 8 months ago by Jess Montrose
great little book
Love the book which i have bought for a friend because you cant get it on the highstreet, good condition and arrived on time
Published 8 months ago by E. Holly Hayward
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