A Dog of Flanders
About this book
Marie Louise de la Ramée (1839-1908) wrote many popular novels of adventure and romance in the 1870s and 80s under the pen name of Ouida. She also produced a number of captivating stories for youngsters. One of the best, A Dog of Flanders,. First published in 1872, A Dog of Flanders tells the moving story of Nello, a gentle boy with aspirations of becoming a painter, and Patrasche — his devoted Belgian work dog. The two, along with Nello's grandfather, live in a little village near Antwerp where Nello's idol, the artist Rubens, once worked. Nello and Patrasche suffer countless hardships — poverty, hunger, cruelty, and rejection. But they persevere in the face of adversity, up to their tragic, bittersweet end. Rich in the sentiment of its Romantic tradition, yet convincing in its portrayal of both human and animal nature, this touching classic has tugged at the heartstrings of readers and listeners alike for generations. It remains one of the nineteenth century's most imaginative and arresting works of fiction for children.
Reader Profile
4.1/5 · 1086 readers · 123 pages · ≈ 2 h 17 m · Light
How long does it take to read A Dog of Flanders?
About ≈ 2 h 17 m — 123 pages, assuming roughly 250 words per page at 225 words per minute.
How many pages is A Dog of Flanders?
123 pages in its most-read edition.
What genre is A Dog of Flanders?
It sits on the Short Stories, Fiction shelves.
Has A Dog of Flanders been made into a movie or TV show?
Yes — screen adaptations include A Dog of Flanders (1999), The Dog of Flanders (1997), A Dog of Flanders (1935), A Boy of Flanders (1924).
Is A Dog of Flanders in the public domain?
Yes — it is free to read and share.
Where does A Dog of Flanders take place?
It is set in Flanders (Belgium).
Who wrote A Dog of Flanders?
Ouida.
Where can I read A Dog of Flanders online for free?
It is in the public domain — read it free on Open Library