King of the Wind: The Story of the Godolphin Arabian by Marguerite Henry

King of the Wind: The Story of the Godolphin Arabian
by Marguerite Henry & Illustrated by Wesley Dennis

King of the Wind is a children's historical novel by Marguerite Henry, first published in 1948. The story follows the life of the Godolphin Arabian; a legendary racehorse who lived in the 18th century.

The novel is notable for its beautiful prose and its insights into the world of horse racing.