Hans Brinker
by Tom Taggart
What readers are saying
Readers share a mix of nostalgia and criticism for the story of Hans Brinker. While many cherish it for its heartfelt family tale set in Holland, others find the excessive historical context detracts from the main narrative. Overall, the book evokes warm memories for many but also presents challenges in pacing and focus.
Synopsis
Papa Brinker was injured years ago and lost his memory.
He can't remember where the family's small fortune is buried or how a valuable gold watch came into his possession.
His son Hans, daughter and wife live in poverty.
How the buried treasure is found---how the mysterious watch points the way to happiness for Dr. Boekman and how daughter Gretel wins the silver skates make a thrilling tale.
Characters
| Character |
|---|
HANS BRINKER a boy of Holland |
GRETEL his sister |
RAFF BRINKER their father |
MEITJE BRINKER their mother |
HILDA VAN GLECK(Burgomaster's daughter) the Burgomaster's daughter |
PETER VAN HOLP(HANS' friend) HANS' friend |
ANNIE BOUMAN a peasant girl |
VOOSTENWALBERT SCHIMMELPENNINCK a fat boy |
BENJAMIN DOBBS his English cousin |
MYNHEER BOEKMAN famous Dutch doctor |
MEVROUW VOLLENHOVEN his nurse |
Publication
Hans Brinker is a comedy play written by Tom Taggart and published by Samuel French.
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