The Horn Book Guide

INTERMEDIATE FICTION

Henry, Marguerite

Misty of Chincoteague

183 pp. | Simon | November, 2000 | Trade ISBN 0-689-83926-X $$21.95
1948, Rand

(3) 4-6 Illustrated by Wesley Dennis. Awarded a Newbery Honor in 1948, the beloved horse story about two children whose hearts are set on a particular pony and her foal at Pony Penning Day is here reissued in a handsome edition featuring good quality paper, a large layout, and the original illustrations and color plates. An introduction by Henry's friend and neighbor, Susan Foster Ambrose, and photos of Marguerite Henry with the real Misty provide context.

Reviewer: Anita L. Burkam | Horn Book Magazine Issue: January, 1948