Marguerite, Misty and Me: A Horse Lover's Hunt for the Hidden History of Marguerite Henry and her Chincoteague Pony

A Memoir Exploring the Life of Marguerite Henry and the Legacy of Misty of ChincoteagueJourney behind the scenes of the beloved Misty of Chincoteague, and discover the woman who brought a classic pony book to life. Wrap yourself in warm nostalgia as you dig into the little-known backstory of Marguerite Henry, author of Misty of Chincoteague in this heartfelt memoir, Marguerite, Misty and Me. Adventure with passionate horse lover Susan Friedland on a 8,000-mile cross-country adventure as she reveals the hidden history of Marguerite, the best-selling Midwestern author and Misty, her world-famous island pony who lived in her backyard.From a kayak in the waves off Chincoteague Island and an underground archive in Minnesota, to a dreamlike ride aboard a Chincoteague Pony, Friedland unearths clues while forging deep connections with fellow Misty fans. She even meets some of Marguerite’s friends (and one of her illustrators).Marguerite, MIsty and Me celebrates not just Chincoteague Ponies, but horses everywhere, as well as the people who love them.If you're a fan of Marguerite Henry's timeless horse books, have always dreamed of seeing the wild Chincoteague Pony swim, or love a heartwarming horse story, click "Buy Now" and get your copy today! Read more