The Railway Children
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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 1906 · Est. 6.5 hour read

The Railway Children

By E. Nesbit

Siblings uncover secrets of a railway to solve their father's mysterious disappearance.

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272 pages· 59,451 words· Est. 6.5 hour read

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Bookroo's summary

When their father vanishes, Bobbie, Peter, and Phyllis are uprooted to a countryside cottage near a bustling railway. As their mother struggles to provide, the siblings embark on thrilling adventures, befriending a station porter and a mysterious gentleman. With each train ride, they edge closer to unraveling the truth behind their father's disappearance. Can they prove his innocence and reunite their family? Dive into a tale of courage, mystery, and the magic of everyday adventures.

From the publisher

A tender and enduring classic, The Railway Children is now presented as a beautiful Bookroo Custom Edition with an updated, inviting cover and spine while preserving all the original warmth and charm. When three siblings—Roberta, Peter, and Phyllis—are suddenly uprooted from their comfortable London life, they move to the countryside, where the nearby railway becomes the center of new friendships, small adventures, and quiet acts of kindness. As they navigate change and uncertainty, their curiosity, courage, and love for one another guide them through each passing train and hopeful discovery. E. Nesbit’s timeless story shines with gentle humor, resilience, and the simple magic found in everyday moments, inviting readers to find wonder, hope, and connection along the journey.

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Format
Pages
272
Words
59,451
Reading age
9–12
Audience
Middle Grade
Themes & topics
Books about cultureBooks about siblingsBooks about transportationBooks about familyBooks about trains
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Book details

Publication
Published
February 15, 2025
First published
January 1, 1906
Publisher
Bookroo
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Illustration details
Cover art by Inna Gunter. Spine design by Bookroo.
Identifiers
ISBN
9781962208635

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