Orphan Train Rider

One Boy's True Story

By: Andrea Warren

Narrated by: Laura Hicks

Between 1854 and 1930, more than 200,000 orphaned or abandoned children were sent west on orphan trains to find new homes. Some were adopted by loving families; others were not as fortunate. In recent years, some of the riders have begun to share their stories. Andrea Warren alternates chapters about the history of the orphan trains with the story of Lee Nailling, who in 1926 rode an orphan train to Texas.

©1996 Andrea Warren (P)2013 AudioGO

Lovely Historical Story

I really enjoyed the first person account of the orphan train. Excellent narration and story.

What is amazing story.

Follow the adventures of an orphan as he travels West in this true tail of hardship and hope.

Excellent historical story

Who could speak of a sad period in our history like one of the children who was pulled away from everything known to them and cruelly placed in the whole unknown. So glad this child got a good home, I’m sure many didn’t. Wonderful story to share with my 11 year old.

Heartwarming

A heartwarming story. Sad but then has a wonderful ending. Is definitely worth the read!

Success in some is much better than nine.

Stimulating, invigorating for the lost human spirit. Finding oneself helps me accept myself and cherish my gratuity I've been fortunate to live finding oneself gradually ... 64 today.