King of the Wind: The Story of the Godolphin Arabian

Marguerite Henry

Dec 2012 · Simon and Schuster

About this ebook

He was named “Sham” for the sun, this golden-red stallion born in the Sultan of Morocco’s stone stables. Upon his heel was a small white spot, the symbol of speed. But on his chest was the symbol of misfortune. Although he was swift as the desert winds, Sham’s pedigree would be scorned all his life by cruel masters and owners.

This is the classic story of Sham and his friend, the stable boy Agba. Their adventures take them from the sands of the Sahara to the royal courts of France, and finally to the green pastures and stately homes of England. For Sham was the renowned Godolphin Arabian, whose blood flows through the veins of almost every superior thoroughbred. Sham’s speed—like his story—has become legendary.

Ratings and reviews

Straight from my childhood this book still captures the sometime tragic yet magic story of the real Arabian stallion who's blood can be found in almost every superior thoroughbred today as well as the mute stableboy who devoted his life to him from the moment of his birth until his death. A great family story for any age to enjoy!

I've read this book more times than I remember. I cried when it ended because this is a beautiful,perfect book if I've ever read one.

Even after reading it 5 times, I will never be tired of this book. I really recommend this to anyone who loves horses.

About the author

Marguerite Henry (1902–1997) was the beloved author of such classic horse stories as King of the Wind, Misty of Chincoteague, and Stormy, Misty’s Foal, and her work has won several Newbery Awards and Honors.