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Misty of Chincoteague


Book Description
Misty of Chincoteague is a 1947 book by American author Marguerite Henry, inspired by a real Chincoteague Pony named Misty. Set on the coastal island of Chincoteague, Virginia, the book tells the story of the Beebe family and their efforts to raise a filly born to a wild horse. The book won the Newbery Honor. The 1961 film Misty was based on the book.
Book Information
PublisherRand McNally & Company
BindingHardcover (123 editions)
Reading LevelUncategorized
# of PagesN/A
ISBN-10B00J7IBWKS
Publication Date01/01/1949
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About Marguerite Henry (Author) : Marguerite Henry is a published author of children's books. Some of the published credits of Marguerite Henry include Mustang Wild Spirit of the West, Sea Star Orphan of Chincoteague, King of the Wind... more
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1/16/2012 Brenda Bradshaw tagged as: Inspired me

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