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Horse: A Novel

Name: Horse: A Novel
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“Brooks’ chronological and cross-disciplinary leaps are thrilling.” —The New York Times Book Review

“Horse isn’t just an animal story—it’s a moving narrative about race and art.” —TIME

“A thrilling story about humanity in all its ugliness and beauty . . . the evocative voices create a story so powerful, reading it feels like watching a neck-and-neck horse race, galloping to its conclusion—you just can’t look away.” —Oprah Daily

Winner of the Anisfield-Wolf Book Award

A discarded painting in a junk pile, a skeleton in an attic, and the greatest racehorse in American history: from these strands, a Pulitzer Prize winner braids a sweeping story of spirit, obsession, and injustice across American history

Kentucky, 1850. An enslaved groom named Jarret and a bay foal forge a bond of understanding that will carry the horse to record-setting victories across the South. When the nation erupts in civil war, an itinerant young artist who has made his name on paintings of the racehorse takes up arms for the Union. On a perilous night, he reunites with the stallion and his groom, very far from the glamor of any racetrack.

New York City, 1954. Martha Jackson, a gallery owner celebrated for taking risks on edgy contemporary painters, becomes obsessed with a nineteenth-century equestrian oil painting of mysterious provenance.

Washington, DC, 2019. Jess, a Smithsonian scientist from Australia, and Theo, a Nigerian-American art historian, find themselves unexpectedly connected through their shared interest in the horse—one studying the stallion’s bones for clues to his power and endurance, the other uncovering the lost history of the unsung Black horsemen who were critical to his racing success.

Based on the remarkable true story of the record-breaking thoroughbred Lexington, Horse is a novel of art and science, love and obsession, and our unfinished reckoning with racism.

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Discover the breathtaking power of Horse: A Novel, a captivating story that will transport you through time and across continents. With its masterful storytelling and rich historical backdrop, this Pulitzer Prize-winning novel is a must-read for any literary enthusiast. Prepare to be enthralled as you delve into the lives of unforgettable characters and explore the complex themes of race, art, and humanity.

Inspired by the true story of the legendary thoroughbred Lexington, Horse weaves together a tapestry of emotions that will leave you spellbound. The New York Times Book Review describes the novel as "thrilling" and TIME hails it as "a moving narrative about race and art." Immerse yourself in the gripping tale of Jarret, an enslaved groom, and the bay foal whose remarkable bond defies the odds and propels them to unimaginable triumphs.

Uncover hidden stories and forgotten history with Horse. As you follow the journey of an itinerant young artist during the Civil War and engage with characters like Martha Jackson, a daring gallery owner, and Jess and Theo, scholars drawn together by a shared fascination, you'll be swept away by the depth and beauty of their intertwined narratives. Experience the power of art and science, and join us in exploring the profound impact of unsung Black horsemen on the legacy of racing.

Don't miss out on the chance to immerse yourself in Horse: A Novel. This captivating masterpiece will leave an indelible mark on your heart and mind. Oprah Daily raves that the evocative voices in this story create a captivating experience akin to "watching a neck-and-neck horse race." Uncover the untold stories, experience the thrill of victory, and confront the unfinished reckoning with racism, all within the pages of this unforgettable novel.

Get your copy of Horse: A Novel today and embark on an unforgettable journey through time, passion, and the beauty of storytelling.

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