The Railway Children

De: Edith Nesbit

Narrado por: Jenny Agutter

Penguin presents the audiobook edition of The Railway Children by E. Nesbit, read by Jenny Agutter.

When Father is taken away unexpectedly, Roberta, Peter, Phyllis and their mother have to leave their comfortable life in London to go and live in a small cottage in the country. The children seek solace in the nearby railway station, and make friends with Perks the Porter and the Station Master himself. Each day, Roberta, Peter and Phyllis run down the field to the railway track and wave at the passing London train, sending their love to Father. Little do they know that the kindly old gentleman passenger who waves back holds the key to their father's disappearance.

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Perfection!

Brilliant, effective reading (NOT narrating) by Jenny Agutter. demonstrates a keen textual understanding .

A beautiful story, beautifully read.

Ms. Agutter, who was in the film, really gives a top notch performance. The story is simple, charming and touching. A timeless classic that should be read by all ages.

Children story for for adults

A wonderful story and most beautifully read. The new film should be a real hit