Hans Brinker or The Silver Skates was published in 1865 and received more reviews than any other children's book that year. Today it continues to delight countless readers with its story of a virtuous family who inspires us all to have the courage to pursue our dreams.
Kids will love this hilarious fairy tale adventure packed with clever twists, familiar characters and page-turning fun.
The second book in a fabulous new magical, middle-grade series filled with adventure, wonder and wildness,
This is Book 7 in the Aladdin Classics Series. See all Aladdin Classics books here.
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Mary Mapes Dodge (1831-1905) was born into a well-educated family in New York. After her husband's death, she began
a writing career in order to support her sons. Best known for Hans Brinker or The Silver Skates, which was an instant success and won her lasting popular attention, she was also a successful poet and magazine editor.