Vienna, Austria, 1938 Maestoso Petra is a world-famous Lipizzaner stallion. He has spent years in the Spanish Riding School, training to perform the complex airs above the ground that only Lipizzaner can accomplish. But when World War II breaks out in Europe, he learns to think less about performing and more about survival. Here is Maestoso Petra s story . . . in his own words. "From the Trade Paperback edition.""

Author Biography

Jane Kendall is the author of the critically acclaimed young adult historical novels "Miranda and the Movies "and "Miranda Goes to Hollywood." She was an enthusiastic rider growing up, and on one memorable occasion went Christmas caroling on horseback. She lives in Greenwich, Connecticut. Ruth Sanderson has illustrated books for children of all ages, including "Summer Pony "and "Winter Pony." She lives with her family in Ware, Massachusetts, and her favorite hobby is horseback riding. "From the Trade Paperback edition."