What does the cryptic crossword clue "Subject embraced by author Sewell? (5)" mean?

The definition is "Subject embraced by author Sewell?". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). Hidden in "subject embraced by autHOR SEwell?" The answer is Horse.

Subject embraced by author Sewell? (5)

Telegraph Prize Cryptic #3106 | 13 Across | 2021-05-02 flower

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