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The Railway Children

By Edith Nesbit

Adjectives

heartwarming adventurous classic

Genres

Classics Friendship/Family Adventure

Synopsis

When their father is unjustly imprisoned, siblings Roberta, Peter, and Phyllis relocate with their mother to a quaint 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 their adventures along the railway, the children embark on heartwarming quests to help others, all while uncovering the truth behind their father's mysterious disappearance.

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

2018

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