This beautiful edition is in pristine condition—tight, square, and unmarked, with pages that appear unread. The dust jacket is near fine, and the book itself is bound in rich red cloth with white lettering along the spine. National Velvet is a classic novel by British author Enid Bagnold, first published in 1935. The story follows Velvet Brown, a determined 14-year-old English girl with a passion for horses, who wins a spirited gelding in a village raffle. With the help of her family and a former jockey named Mi Taylor, Velvet trains the horse to compete in the Grand National steeplechase, one of the world’s most grueling races. Disguising herself as a boy, she enters the race, defying social expectations and embracing the thrill of competition. Celebrated for its inspiring portrayal of ambition and courage, National Velvet remains a beloved tale of perseverance and youthful daring. The novel gained even greater acclaim after the release of the 1944 film adaptation, starring Elizabeth Taylor as Velvet and Mickey Rooney as Mi Taylor.