The Eighty-Dollar Champion
Snowman, The Horse That Inspired a Nation
by:
Elizabeth Letts
in:
Biographies
Summary:
The book tells the true story of Snowman, a plow horse purchased for $80 by a Dutch immigrant named Harry de Leyer, who transformed him into a show jumping champion in the 1950s. It highlights their underdog journey to the top of the equestrian world, capturing the hearts of the American public along the way.
Key points:
1. Second Chances: The book highlights the power of second chances through Snowman, a horse saved from slaughter, and Harry de Leyer, the man who saved him.
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