Cover of Smoky the Cowhorse by Will James

Smoky the Cowhorse

by Will James

331 pages~6 hrs

He was born wild, but his spirit was forged on the open range.

Born in the high desert of the American West, a mouse-colored colt named Smoky must navigate the dangers of the wild and the challenges of the ranch. Experience an unforgettable bond between horse and cowboy in this Newbery Medal-winning classic that captures the raw soul of the frontier.

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