Bonnie Prince Fetlar: The Story of a Pony and His Friends

"Bonnie Prince Fetlar: The Story of a Pony and His Friends" by Marshall Saunders is a children's novel written in the early 20th century. The book centers on the life of Bonnie Prince Fetlar, a black Shetland pony, who becomes the companion of a curious boy named Dallas. The story explores themes of friendship, the bond between humans and animals, and the adventures that unfold in a rustic pastoral setting. At the start of the story, we are introduced to Bonnie Prince Fetlar, who finds himself in a lonely log cabin in a Canadian wilderness, far from the urban environments he's accustomed to. While pondering his situation, he encounters Dallas, a timid city boy with pale eyes who is initially apprehensive about the pony. Their interaction reveals Dallas's sensitive nature and hints at a tender connection growing between them. Dallas expresses his desire to explore the natural surroundings, and his imaginative dialogue reflects his inner turmoil and longing for companionship in this unfamiliar environment, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of their friendship as the narrative unfolds. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Margaret Marshall Saunders CBE was a prolific Canadian writer of children's stories and romance novels, a lecturer, and an animal rights advocate. She was an active member of the Local Council of Women of Halifax.