A shipwreck leaves young Alec stranded on a deserted island with a wild stallion. Dependent on each other for survival, boy and horse learn to trust and love each other as they establish an amazing friendship that lasts a lifetime. nFirst published in 1941, Walter Farleys best-selling novel for young readers is the triumphant tale of a boy and a wild horse. From Alec Ramsay and the Blacks first meeting on an ill-fated ship to their adventures on a desert island and their eventual rescue, this beloved story will hold the rapt attention of readers new and old. nThis book has been selected as a Common Core State Standards Text Exemplar (Grades 4-5, Stories) in Appendix B.n