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Hans Brinker or the Silver Skates

Mary Mapes Dodge

Narrator Lawrence Skinner

Publisher: Audioliterature

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Summary

Set in the Netherlands, the beautiful land of windmills, tulips, and wooden shoes, the story concerns the experiences of the impoverished Brinker family, including the thrilling race for the silver skates. The good deeds of the Brinker children, Hans and Gretel, help to restore their father's health and bring about their own good fortune. Mary Mapes Dodge also included many interesting details about Dutch family life and the history and geography of the country.Although Hans Brinker or the Silver Skates was published over 140 years ago, it continues to delight countless readers with its story of a virtuous family that inspires us all to have the courage to pursue our dreams.
Duration: about 10 hours (09:35:45)
Publishing date: 2018-12-01; Unabridged; Copyright Year: 2018. Copyright Statment: —