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The fascinating story of the man who created Thomas the Tank Engine - and friends
The stories of Thomas the Tank Engine and his friends have delighted generations of children and adults, but what do we know of the man who created them? A devoted pastor and family man, the Reverend W Awdry first started telling the stories in order to amuse his own children, with no idea that the characters would lead to a global phenomenon that now, seventy years after their first appearance, shows no signs of waning. In this fascinating and warm biography, prolific author Brian Sibley brings to life one of the most eminent children's writers of the twentieth century, tracing his story from his Edwardian childhood through his time at University and into World War 2. A convinced pacifist, Awdry was thrown out of one curacy and denied another, because of his beliefs. Never afraid to fight for what he thought was right, he argued with his publishers and his illustrators, demanding the best for his favourite creations - the trains and their friends.
This classic small hardcover includes four stories. James has an accident, gets the hiccups, and has trouble with his freight cars, but still saves the day by pulling the express when Gordon loses his way. Part of The Railway Series.
A runaway elephant blocks a tunnel and causes trouble for Henry and his friends.
Five more characters join the hugely exciting Thomas the Tank Engine Story Library this spring! Arthur, Caroline, Murdoch, Neville and Freddie all appear in their own adventure. Add them to your collection now!
A collection of four stories chronicling the adventures of several railway engines.
Description Eight volumes from the original Railway Series. Each book contains an exciting adventure which is beautifully illustrated
Contains four stories about Thomas the tank engine.
Since the first Thomas stories written by a father for his son over 60 years ago, Thomas the Tank Engine continues to delight children everywhere. This collection contains 14 of the best-loved titles of the Reverend W Awdry’s classic Railway Series and includes the most famous adventures of Thomas and his Really Useful Engine friends. These exciting and funny tales, over 55 of them, are enhanced by the original artwork in this stunning new gift edition.