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Kroy is a country where most of its inhabitants are horses. The story follows Cobbler, a young, scatterbrained horse, as he leads the defense against the Milts of neighboring Miltland, who threaten to enslave Kroy's citizens. Cobbler’s bravery and quick thinking become the key to the land’s survival.
First publish date: 1982
Genre: Fantasy/Epic Fantasy
Authors: Ursula K. Le Guin
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