Black Beauty, Part 24 summary
Part 24 of 49 · 8 min to read the part
In 24 The Lady Anne, or a Runaway Horse, Lady Anne ignores Blantyre’s warning about Lizzie and suffers a fall after the frightened mare bolts across rough ground. Black Auster helps pursue her and fetch medical help, while news of her recovery brings relief and Ginger’s strained condition raises a separate concern.
What happens
- Lady Anne chooses Black Auster for her rides but insists on trying Lizzie despite Blantyre’s warning about the mare’s nerves.
- Outside Dr. Ashley’s house, a colt strikes Lizzie as a boy cracks a whip, and she bolts with Lady Anne.
- Black Auster alerts Blantyre, who mounts him and follows directions from witnesses toward the common.
- Lizzie falls after jumping a ditch, leaving Lady Anne motionless; Black Auster clears the obstacle safely.
- A turf cutter rides Black Auster to summon the doctor and help from the hall.
- Ginger reports Lady Anne’s return by carriage; Blantyre confirms her recovery two days after the accident, while Black Auster worries about Ginger’s strain.
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What to notice
Blantyre’s warning identifies the danger Lady Anne dismisses. Lizzie’s sudden flight makes her nervousness central to the accident.
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Why does a turf cutter ride Black Auster?
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