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Edith Nesbit

The Railway Children by Edith Nesbit is a beloved classic of children's literature that tells a heartwarming story of family, resilience, and kindness set against the backdrop of the English countryside and a nearby railway line. First published in 1906, the novel has remained a timeless favorite for its emotional depth, engaging storytelling, and memorable characters. The story follows three siblings—Roberta (Bobbie), Peter, and Phyllis—whose comfortable life is suddenly changed when thei...

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Edith Nesbit

Whisked away from their London home, Bobbie, Peter, and Phyllis find themselves in near-poverty. Their father was suddenly taken away by the authorities and falsely imprisoned for selling state secrets, forcing the family to settle in a small house in the country. Drawn to the railway station nearby, the children befriend Mr Szczepansky, who is looking for his own family in England. They also meet The Old Gentleman, a director of the railway, who may be able to help bring home those that a...

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Edith Nesbit

Five Children and It by Edith Nesbit is a charming and imaginative classic of children's literature that blends fantasy, adventure, and moral lessons in a delightful story about childhood wishes and their unexpected consequences. First published in 1902, the novel is one of Nesbit's most enduring works and the first in a celebrated series featuring the same group of children. The story follows five siblings who, while staying in the English countryside, discover a strange and magical creat...

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Edith Nesbit

A Heartwarming Classic About Family, Courage, and the Kindness of StrangersFirst published in 1906, The Railway Children by E. Nesbit is one of the most beloved classics of children’s literature: a warm, adventurous story about family, resilience, friendship, and the unexpected ways people can help one another in difficult times.The lives of Roberta, Peter, and Phyllis change completely when their father is suddenl...

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Edith Nesbit Collection

The Railway Children is a children's book by Edith Nesbit, originally serialised in The London Magazine during 1905 and first published in book form in 1906. It has been adapted for the screen several times, of which the 1970 film version is the best known. The story concerns a family who move to "Three Chimneys", a house near the railway, after the father, who works at the Foreign office, is imprisoned after being falsely accused of spying. The children befriend an Old Gentleman who regul...

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Edith Nesbit

When their Father is taken away unexpectedly, three children and their mother have to leave their comfortable life in London to go and live in a small cottage in the country. This classic tale by Edith Nesbit has had film and TV adaptations, and is loved by children and adults alike. This beautifully made eBook has been specially formatted for today's e-readers by Andrews UK.

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Edith Nesbit

Five Children and It is a classic story written by Edith Nesbit and first published in 1902. To Cyril, Anthea, Robert, Jane, and their baby brother, the house in the country promises a summer of freedom and play. But when they accidently uncover an accident Psammead or Sand-fairy who has the power to make wishes come true, they find themselves having the holiday of a lifetime, sharing one thrilling adventure after another. Asleep since dinosaurs roamed the earth, the ill-tempered, odd look...

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Edith Nesbit

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Johanna Ward

Roberta, Peter, and Phyllis were quite happy living in their ordinary red brick house in the London suburbs. But when their father is taken away, the children and their mother are forced to move to a dark, shabby cottage in the country, changing their lives more than they could ever imagine.At first, the country seems lonely and dull. Then, one afternoon, a walk leads them to a railway tunnel where they meet Perks, the porter, make friends with the kind station master, and wave to ...

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Edith Nesbit

This volume is a treasure-trove of rare 19th-century macabre stories for lovers of classic fantasy and horror. From ghosts of mind and spirit to paranormal experiences, from exotic Arabian Nights adventures to Deals with the Devil, each story in this volume is sure to delight the discerning reader of classic fantasy and horror. Included are:THE GRAY LADY, by Mary E. LeeTHE EBONY FRAME, by Edith NesbitTHE DOOM, by BenedictTHE CURSE OF THE CATAFALQUES, by F. Anst...

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Edith Nesbit

*** Original and Unabridged Content. Made available by CLASSIC COLLECTION 600.***Synopsis:A thrilling spy story, a children's adventure, a charming portrait of early twentieth century life in London and the countryside and a heart warming family tale are all combined in this classic of children's literature The Railway Children by E Nesbit.The book has remained on the list of the best-loved children's books ever since it was first published as a serial story in The ...

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Edith Nesbit, Troy Whitaker

Edith Nesbit's Children's Books Collection (Illustrated Edition) is a delightful anthology that showcases the charming and timeless tales that have captivated readers of all ages for generations. Known for her unique blend of fantasy, adventure, and moral lessons, Nesbit's literary style resonates with both children and adults alike. Each story is beautifully illustrated, enhancing the magical world created by the author. Nesbit's works are essential in the realm of children's literature, ...

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First published in 1899, it tells the story of Dora, Oswald, Dicky, Alice, Noel, and Horace Octavius (H. O.) Bastable, and their attempts to assist their widowed father and recover the fortunes of their family; its sequels are The Wouldbegoods and The New Treasure Seekers. The novel's complete name is The Story of the Treasure Seekers: Being the Adventures of the Bastable Children in Search of a Fortune.The story is told from a child's point of view. The narrator is Oswald, but on ...