The Railway Children is a much-loved children's classic first published in 1906. It tells the story of three well-mannered siblings whose comfortable lives are greatly altered when their father is taken away by two mysterious men one evening.

With their family's fortunes considerably reduced in his absence, the children and their mother are forced to live in a simple country cottage near a railway station. There, the young trio—Roberta, Peter, and young Phyllis—befriend the porter and station master.

The youngsters' days are filled with adventure and excitement, including their successful attempt to avert a horrible train disaster. However, the mysterious disappearance of their father continues to haunt them.

The solution to that painful puzzle, along with many other details and events of the children's lives, come to vivid life in this perennial favorite. This story has captivated generations of readers and, more recently, delighted television and movie audiences. It continues to charm young readers with its warmth and appeal.