The Railway Children
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After their father suddenly disappears, Bobbie, Peter, and Phyllis are forced to leave their London home and move to the countryside with their mother. Discovering the wonders of the railway behind their new cottage, the children take it upon themselves to solve the mystery of their missing father. Making friends with the station porter, Mr Perks, and the Old Gentleman who rides the train every morning, the siblings experience a bundle of escapades and close scrapes.
First published in 1906, E. Nesbit’s brilliant novel has stood the test of time. An ideal read for fans of mystery and the magic of everyday adventures.
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Edith Nesbit (1858–1924) was an English poet and author. She is best known for her children's books, with more than 60 volumes having been published under her pen name, E. Nesbit. She was also a political activist and co-founded the Fabian Society, which had a significant influence on the Labour Party and British politics in general.
