The EIGHTY-DOLLAR CHAMPION is about "Snowman" the horse that inspired a nation. I found this book absolutely beautiful. I loved the 'history' it contained as well as the touching moments the author put so delicately in the story.
This "plow horse" from the Amish was headed for the slaughter house when it's loving and trusting and "hope-filled" eyes caught the attention of a 'poor' man [Harry] who could not resist buying him for $80 instead of letting it be turned into meat and glue.
God works in mysterious ways to be sure, and because of Harry arriving late to the auction, he was able to make the find of his life and have his dreams come true beyond what he could have ever imagined.
I highly recommend this book for all ages. Pictures are located throughout the book to give you a look at the real owner, horse and his children as they continually win ribbon after ribbon. This story shows the thoughts and desires of an immigrant to America when times were really hard, but his devotion and gentleness and honesty and hope are greatly rewarded. Parents reading this story to their children will be able to explain what it was like before the advent of TV broadcasting sports, war-time hardships and a family that strongly worked and supported each other.
My copy was from the public library.
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