"The Stallion and His Peculiar Boy" is a historical fiction novel for young adults and adults combining the true story of the life of Witez II with a fictional character who becomes his groom. The twelve-year-old boy lives in the little village of Hostau, Czechoslovakia, where Witez was taken by the Nazis after he was stollen out of Poland. The young boy suffers from Autism at a time when little was known about the condition. As the story unfolds, the boy learns to interact with the world as he learns to work with the horse. The book has been the winner of seven literary awards: The Purple Dragonfly Award, Readers' Favorite Award, The FAPA President's Award, The CIPA Evvy Award, The Global Book Award, The Wishing Shelf Book Award, The Maincrest Media Award, as well as being the #1 Best Seller on Amazon.  

I want to share some of the information I learned about Witez and the Polish Arabian blood lines: 

Witez II, the famed Polish Arabian stallion, left an indelible mark on the world of Arabian horse breeding and garnered international acclaim for his exceptional beauty, conformation, and athletic prowess. Born in 1938 at the Antoniny Stud in Poland, Witez II descended from a long line of esteemed Arabian horses known for their grace and endurance. His sire was the legendary Skowronek, and his dam, Ofirka, contributed to his impressive bloodline.

Witez II's reputation as a superior breeding stallion was solidified during his time at the Janów Podlaski State Stud, where he became an influential sire. His descendants went on to make significant contributions to Arabian horse breeding programs worldwide, enhancing the breed's quality and preserving its unique characteristics. Witez II's offspring were not only successful in the show ring but also excelled in diverse equestrian disciplines, showcasing the versatility that the Arabian breed is known for.

Beyond his influential role as a sire, Witez II achieved recognition for his own show career. Renowned for his stunning presence, he captured the attention of enthusiasts on both sides of the Atlantic. His accolades include championships at prestigious shows, such as the Salon du Cheval in Paris and the National Arabian Horse Show in the United States. Witez II's impact was not limited to the realm of horse shows; he became a symbol of the enduring beauty and grace associated with the Arabian horse.

Witez II's story is intertwined with the broader narrative of Polish Arabian horse breeding, which has consistently produced horses of exceptional quality and distinction. His legacy endures through his descendants, who continue to impress in various equestrian endeavors, carrying forward the tradition of excellence that Witez II epitomized. Today, the Polish Arabian horse community and enthusiasts worldwide celebrate Witez II as an iconic stallion whose contributions have left an enduring imprint on the history and heritage of Arabian horse breeding.

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THE STALLION AND HIS PECULIAR BOY

 

My new book "The Stallion and His Peculiar Boy" will be out in the spring! It is a Historical Fiction based on the life of the famous Arabian Stallion, Witez II. The professional reviews of starting to come in. Here is one from Readers' Favorite:

Review Rating:

5 Stars - Congratulations on your 5-star review! 

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Reviewed by Kimberlee J Benart for Readers’ Favorite

The Stallion and His Peculiar Boy: Based On the Life of the Famous Arabian Horse Witez II

is a work of historical fiction by M.J. Evans set in the period 1943 - 1965. Teodor is a 

non-communicative autistic boy living in Hostau, Czechoslovakia, where the finest 

captured horses from all over Europe are sent to a Nazi breeding farm. Teodor meets 

Witez, the two bond immediately, and he becomes a worker at the farm where he trains as 

Witez’s groom. Later, as the war ends and the horses come under the threat of being 

slaughtered for food by the advancing Russian Army, some German officers ask the United 

States Army to rescue the animals and take them out of Czechoslovakia. Soon, Teodor 

accompanies Witez to America in the adventure of a lifetime.

In The Stallion and His Peculiar Boy, M.J. Evans gives us an entertaining and informative 

account of the Polish horse who became a premier stallion in the pedigree of the Arabian 

breed in the United States. Told in part through the fictional character of Teodor and 

sensitive to his therapeutic and devoted bond with Witez over the years, it blends the 

suspense of a World War II military rescue operation with the subsequent challenges of 

resettlement in a new land with new owners. The narrative is engaging and moves at a 

good pace. The choice of an autistic protagonist adds a special dimension, and Teodor 

is both relatable and believable. Suitable for young adult and adult readers, this story 

is sure to please anyone who enjoys good historical fiction.