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Emily Arnold McCully’s "Wonder Horse" tells the true story of Bill “Doc” Key, a former enslaved person who became a pioneering veterinarian in the late nineteenth century. Key’s method of training his horse, Jim, to recognize letters and numbers led to widespread crowdsourced performances across the United States, highlighting both educational and entertainment value. By sharing Jim’s acts, Doc Key helped shift public perception toward respectful animal care and secure a legacy of humane treatment for horses and other animals. The book concludes with an author’s note that provides context and reflection on the historical journey portrayed.
First publish date: 2010
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Emily Arnold McCully
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