Illustrated by Lorence F. Bjorklund Homesteading in the Dakota Territory of the 1880's would not have been the same for 10-year-old Johnny Scott and his younger brother, Lee, if they'd had to do it without Old Sam. Once a thoroughbred trotter on his way to championship, a crippling accident allows the Scott family to inherit him, a horse no one else wants. Mr. Scott soon discovers Old Sam's uncanny and invaluable ability to any task a larger, stronger farm horse can do. His awkward appearance and hidden talents make for hilarious and rousing situations. Ages 10 and up 'This story, set in the Dakota Territory of the 1880's, is based on the author's true-life, homesteading experiences near the town now known as Ellendale, North Dakota.

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