The Railway Children
By Edith Nesbit
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When their father is unjustly imprisoned, siblings Roberta, Peter, and Phyllis move with their mother to a countryside cottage near a bustling railway. Embracing their new surroundings, they befriend the station porter and a kind old gentleman who regularly travels on the 9:15 train. Through a series of adventures—including preventing a train accident and aiding a Russian exile—the children display courage and compassion, ultimately uncovering the truth behind their father's disappearance and reuniting their family.
About the author
Edith Nesbit was a British author who wrote many exciting and magical stories for children. She is best known for her book 'The Railway Children', which has become a classic. Edith loved to use her imagination and often included adventures, friendships, and a little bit of magic in her wonderful tales.
Pages
256 pages
Reading age
Junior (8-13)
Published
2024
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