Who Jerry Barker is
Jerry Barker is a London cab driver whose treatment of Beauty offers a contrast to careless handling and cruelty. Within this setting, Jerry offers a model of working life that gives care for horses a place alongside honesty.
Jerry Barker and the others in the story
Jerry's connection with Beauty rests on the care he gives a horse whose welfare depends on human decisions. Beauty cannot choose his owner or explain an injury in human words, which makes the treatment he receives especially important. Jerry's care stands against the view of a horse as only a means of getting a job done.
Questions
Who is Jerry Barker in Black Beauty?
Jerry Barker is the London cab driver who treats Beauty with care.
Is Jerry Barker kind to Beauty?
Yes, Jerry offers Beauty fair treatment within the demanding world of cab work.
Why does Jerry Barker matter in Black Beauty?
Jerry shows that care for working horses can belong alongside honesty in working life.