Hans Brinker
Enriched edition. Children's ClassicsBy Mary Mapes Dodge
Length10h 21m
About this audiobook
Mary Mapes Dodge's 'Hans Brinker' is a classic children's novel set in the Netherlands, depicting the story of a young boy named Hans Brinker and his family's struggles. The book beautifully intertwines themes of perseverance, family values, and the power of hope. Dodge's descriptive and engaging writing style transports readers to the Dutch countryside, creating a vivid literary experience. Published in 1865, 'Hans Brinker' serves as a charming introduction to Dutch culture and traditions, making it a timeless piece of children's literature. The novel's endearing characters and heartwarming narrative continue to resonate with readers of all ages. Mary Mapes Dodge's attention to detail and emotional depth make 'Hans Brinker' a must-read for anyone seeking a tale of resilience and love in the face of adversity.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes.
- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.
- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing.
- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.
- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life.
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 3.9 (20.3K)
Includes Goodreads, Amazon, LibraryThing, StoryGraph
GenreChildren's Literature
Length10 hrs 21 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 17, 2020
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1The Lost Prince & Little Lord Fauntleroy
26Jacob Poot Changes the Plan
2Introduction
27Mynheer Kleef and His Bill of Fare
3Synopsis
28The Red Lion Becomes Dangerous
4Historical Context
29Before the Court
5Preface
30The Beleaguered Cities
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6A Letter from Holland
31Leyden
7Hans and Gretel
32The Palace in the Wood
8Holland
33The Merchant Prince and the Sister-Princess
9The Silver Skates
34Through the Hague
10Hans and Gretel Find a Friend
35A Day of Rest
11Shadows in the Home
36Homeward Bound
12Sunbeams
37Boys and Girls
13Hans Has His Way
38The Crisis
14Introducing Jacob Poot and His Cousin
39Gretel and Hilda
15The Festival of Saint Nicholas
40The Awakening
16What the Boys Saw and Did in Amsterdam
41Bones and Tongues
17Big Manias and Little Oddities
42A New Alarm
18On the Way to Haarlem
43The Father’s Return
19A Catastrophe
44The Thousand Guilders
20Hans
45Glimpses
21Homes
46Looking For Work
22Haarlem—The Boys Hear Voices
47The Mysterious Watch
23The Man With Four Heads
48A Discovery
24Friends in Need
49The Race
25On the Canal
50Joy in the Cottage
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