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Mary Mapes Dodge was an American children's author and editor, best known for her novel Hans Brinker. She also edited St. Nicholas Magazine, a successful children's periodical, and worked with many famous writers of the time.
5 days ago · Mary Mapes Dodge (born Jan. 26, 1831, New York, N.Y., U.S.—died Aug. 21, 1905, Onteora Park, N.Y.) was an American author of children’s books and the first editor of St. Nicholas magazine.
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Dodge published the poetry collection Poems and Verses (1904) as well as the children’s verse collection Rhymes and Jingles (1874). Dodge’s poetry for children often contains gentle moral lessons told in playful, rhymed verse.
A classic children's novel by Mary Mapes Dodge, first published in 1865. It depicts the life and adventures of Hans Brinker, a Dutch boy who dreams of winning the silver skates in a skating race.
- Mary Mapes Dodge
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Aug 21, 2015 · Learn about the life and works of Mary Mapes Dodge, an American writer and editor of children's books and stories. She wrote Hans Brinker, or the Silver Skates, a classic novel set in Holland, and founded St. Nicholas magazine, a popular publication for children.
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Learn about the life and works of Mary Mapes Dodge, an American author and editor who wrote Hans Brinker; or, The Silver Skates and founded St. Nicholas magazine. Find out about her family, education, career, and legacy.
