The Railway Children By Edith Nesbit - Ladybird Children’s Classic

Retold by Joan Collin's

First Edition - Part of Series 740 of the Ladybird Children's Classics

When their father is suddenly taken away, Roberta (Bobbie), Peter, Phyllis, and their mother must leave their comfortable London home and move to a small cottage in the countryside.

Near their new home lies a busy railway line, which quickly becomes the centre of the children’s world. They befriend Perks the Porter and the Station Master, and every day they run to the railway to wave at the passing London train, sending their love to their father. A kindly old gentleman who waves back becomes an important figure in their lives — and ultimately holds the key to their father’s mysterious disappearance. 

The children’s adventures include acts of bravery, helping strangers, preventing danger on the railway, and discovering the power of kindness and courage. Through these experiences, they grow in resilience while never giving up hope that their family will be reunited.

Condition: Very Good

Book Type: Vintage Children's Long Picture Book - Great for a bedtime story over a couple of nights. 

Cover: Hard Cover 

Published: 1979 First Edition