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The Railway Children

By Edith Nesbit

Adjectives

heartwarming adventurous inspirational

Genres

Classics Friendship/Family Adventure

Synopsis

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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