1946 "Hans Brinker or the Silver Skates" by Mary Mapes Dodge Hardcover Book
$20.00
1946 Hans Brinker or the Silver Skates Mary Mapes Dodge, Hardcover. Measures about 8.5" by 5.5". 335 pages. Good condition. Shows a little age. No dust jacket.
This 1946 edition of "Hans Brinker or the Silver Skates" is a beautifully preserved piece of post-war children's literature. Published by World Publishing as part of their celebrated "Rainbow Classics" series, this 335-page volume features the renowned illustrations of Hilda van Stockum. Van Stockum, herself born in the Netherlands, brought an authentic and soulful eye to the story’s Dutch setting, providing both full-color plates and delicate black-and-white line drawings that capture the "Plucky Land of Dikes" with remarkable warmth.
The book is in good vintage condition, retaining a strong binding and clean interior pages that have taken on a soft, natural patina over the last eight decades. While the original dust jacket is no longer present, the illustrated cloth boards remain vibrant and offer a nostalgic, shelf-ready look. The story remains a timeless exploration of virtue and perseverance, making this particular edition a wonderful find for collectors of classic Americana or 1940s children's books. Its traditional aesthetic and historical weight make it a perfect styling piece for a cozy home library or a collection of mid-century primary readers, celebrating a time when high-quality illustration was at the heart of every great story.
This item is vintage, approximately 80 years old.
This 1946 edition of "Hans Brinker or the Silver Skates" is a beautifully preserved piece of post-war children's literature. Published by World Publishing as part of their celebrated "Rainbow Classics" series, this 335-page volume features the renowned illustrations of Hilda van Stockum. Van Stockum, herself born in the Netherlands, brought an authentic and soulful eye to the story’s Dutch setting, providing both full-color plates and delicate black-and-white line drawings that capture the "Plucky Land of Dikes" with remarkable warmth.
The book is in good vintage condition, retaining a strong binding and clean interior pages that have taken on a soft, natural patina over the last eight decades. While the original dust jacket is no longer present, the illustrated cloth boards remain vibrant and offer a nostalgic, shelf-ready look. The story remains a timeless exploration of virtue and perseverance, making this particular edition a wonderful find for collectors of classic Americana or 1940s children's books. Its traditional aesthetic and historical weight make it a perfect styling piece for a cozy home library or a collection of mid-century primary readers, celebrating a time when high-quality illustration was at the heart of every great story.
This item is vintage, approximately 80 years old.