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Olivia Colman Reads The Railway Children (Famous Fiction)

By: E. Nesbit
Narrated by: Olivia Colman
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Olivia Colman reads an abridged version E. Nesbit's classic novel. The Railway Children is a masterpiece of children's fiction. It wonderfully evokes a bygone age and is packed with fun, excitement and adventure.

When their father goes away unexpectedly, Roberta (Bobbie), Peter and Phyllis have to move from London to a cottage in the countryside. At the local station they make friends with the porter, Perks, and spend their time waving to the passengers on the trains. But although they have many adventures, one question still remains: is their father ever coming back?

The story of the children's attempt to avert disaster on the line, the mystery surrounding their father and Bobbie's resourcefulness has been cherished by generations.

Please note: this is an abridged version of The Railway Children.

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The story is heartwarming and beautiful, the reading is incredible! I enjoyed every moment of it

Wonderfully read

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I just adored hearing this classic read. I think Olivia Coleman did a fine job. She has a great story voice that makes for great ease of listening.

Great Narration!

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Another sweet book off that long list of books I have been meaning to read. I loved it.

Delightful

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So good! It got us through a couple errands and was a delightful, fun, engaging story! So sweet!

My kids were hooked!

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Had not heard this story before, so well written and lovely. Olivia Colman does a lovely reading. Short and sweet and a good listen for kids on a short car ride!

Wonderful listen!

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This beautiful story is an easy, fast listen with kids. Olivia Colman does a marvelous job narrating.

Beautiful story, easy fast listen with kids.

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The story is wonderful just like all the other E. Nesbit stories. Olivia Colman is a wonderful reader and I really enjoyed listening to her. I highly recommend this book. I would definitely give it 5 stars.

Loved it!!!

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They left out about half of the book, perhaps more. Would have liked a warning.

Incomplete

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The audio version read by Olivia Coleman is definitely abridged. There was nothing in the listing that mentioned this. I generally avoid abridged books, so this was disappointing. The strangest part, though, is what was cut out. The dramatic rescue where Bobbi stops the train and saves a bunch of people? Glossed over in a single paragraph with no detail. Mother’s beautiful poetic response when asked if she would prefer to be writing their story? Completely gone.
The narrator was the best part, as her voice fits the story perfectly. I hate to steer anyone away from a great narrator, but if you love the original Railway Children book, or hope to love it, skip this audio version.

Colman Audio Version is Abridged

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Reading what excellent, but this is an abridged version, unfortunately. More words to meet minimum requirements.

Didnt know it was abridged.

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