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Title: The Railway Children
Note: Reading ease score: 91.1 (5th grade). Very easy to read.
Credits: Produced by Les Bowler, and David Widger
Summary: "The Railway Children" by E. Nesbit is a classic children's novel written during the early 20th century. It tells the heartwarming story of three siblings—Roberta, Peter, and Phyllis—who face a significant life change when their father mysteriously disappears under troubling circumstances, forcing them to move from their comfortable suburban home to a more modest existence near a railway in the countryside. The narrative explores their adventurous spirit and resilience as they adapt to their new life, encounter various challenges, and forge connections with the world around them. At the start of the novel, the children are introduced in their familiar, carefree life, highlighting their close-knit family, playful nature, and the love of their parents. However, a sudden and troubling event occurs when the children's father is taken away, leading them to leave behind their home. The opening chapters detail their transition to their new, humble abode called "Three Chimneys," where they begin to uncover the joys and mysteries of the nearby railway. As they settle in, they encounter thrilling moments involving trains, new friendships, and the development of their characters against the backdrop of a changing family dynamic. The beginning sets the stage for their adventures, emphasizing themes of family, curiosity, and the spirit of adventure that will resonate throughout the story. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Nesbit, E. (Edith), 1858-1924
EBook No.: 1874
Published: Aug 1, 1999
Downloads: 2603
Language: English
Subject: Railroads -- Fiction
Subject: Country life -- England -- Fiction
Subject: England -- Fiction
Subject: Family life -- Fiction
Subject: Siblings -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: The Railway Children
Note: Reading ease score: 91.1 (5th grade). Very easy to read.
Credits: Produced by Les Bowler, and David Widger
Summary: "The Railway Children" by E. Nesbit is a classic children's novel written during the early 20th century. It tells the heartwarming story of three siblings—Roberta, Peter, and Phyllis—who face a significant life change when their father mysteriously disappears under troubling circumstances, forcing them to move from their comfortable suburban home to a more modest existence near a railway in the countryside. The narrative explores their adventurous spirit and resilience as they adapt to their new life, encounter various challenges, and forge connections with the world around them. At the start of the novel, the children are introduced in their familiar, carefree life, highlighting their close-knit family, playful nature, and the love of their parents. However, a sudden and troubling event occurs when the children's father is taken away, leading them to leave behind their home. The opening chapters detail their transition to their new, humble abode called "Three Chimneys," where they begin to uncover the joys and mysteries of the nearby railway. As they settle in, they encounter thrilling moments involving trains, new friendships, and the development of their characters against the backdrop of a changing family dynamic. The beginning sets the stage for their adventures, emphasizing themes of family, curiosity, and the spirit of adventure that will resonate throughout the story. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Nesbit, E. (Edith), 1858-1924
EBook No.: 1874
Published: Aug 1, 1999
Downloads: 2603
Language: English
Subject: Railroads -- Fiction
Subject: Country life -- England -- Fiction
Subject: England -- Fiction
Subject: Family life -- Fiction
Subject: Siblings -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.