Hans Brinker -Or- The Silver Skates -- Mary Mapes Dodge

<p><strong>The novel takes place in the Netherlands, and is a colorful fictional portrait of early nineteenth-century Dutch life, as well as a tale of youthful honor.</strong> The title of the book refers to the beautiful silver skates to be awarded to winner of the ice-skating race Hans Brinker hopes to enter.</p><p><br></p><p>A wonderful tale of adventure and courage.</p><br><br><b>Author:</b> Mary Mapes Dodge<br><b>Publisher:</b> SMK Books<br><b>Published:</b> 12/20/2011<br><b>Pages:</b> 222<br><b>Binding Type:</b> Paperback<br><b>Weight:</b> 0.73lbs<br><b>Size:</b> 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.51d<br><b>ISBN:</b> 9781617204760<br><b>Age Range:</b> 8-12<p></p>