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The Railway Children

By Edith Nesbit

Adjectives

heartwarming adventurous engaging

Genres

Classics Friendship/Family Adventure

Synopsis

After their father is mysteriously taken away, siblings Roberta, Peter, and Phyllis move with their mother to a cottage near a railway. They befriend the station porter and a kind old gentleman who regularly travels on the train. Through their adventures and acts of kindness, the children uncover the truth behind their father's disappearance and work to reunite 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

288 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

Published

2024

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