The Railway Children
By Edith Nesbit
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After their father is mysteriously taken away, siblings Roberta, Peter, and Phyllis move with their mother to a countryside cottage near a railway. They befriend the station porter, Perks, and an old gentleman who regularly travels by train. Through a series of adventures, including preventing a train accident, they uncover the truth behind their father's disappearance and work towards 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
208 pages
Reading age
Junior (8-13)
Published
1993
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