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  • Olivia Colman Reads The Railway Children (Famous Fiction)

  • By: E. Nesbit
  • Narrated by: Olivia Colman
  • Length: 58 mins
  • 4.6 out of 5 stars (250 ratings)
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Olivia Colman Reads The Railway Children (Famous Fiction)

By: E. Nesbit
Narrated by: Olivia Colman
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Summary

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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Massively Abridged

I should think the original is about 6 hours long, but this is less than 1! Such a shame to miss to much of the book.

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Not the complete story

Huge chunks of the original story is missing from this audiobook. Quite disappointing. However, what there is of it is read beautifully by Olivia Coleman.

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Abridged…why bother

Why get someone with such a wonderful voice as Olivia Coleman to read an abridged version? Why not the full version? I just don’t get it..?

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Abridged version

I was disappointed to find on listening that this was an abridged (1 hour) version - it wasn’t clearly advertised as such on Amazon. I still cried at “Daddy, oh my Daddy!” though...

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Nice abridged version

This version has been very cleverly shortened. Makes it easier for children who can not concentrate for long periods

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A lovely quick story

This was great to listen to in one sitting. A beautifully narrated short version of this beautiful classic.

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Delightful but short

I don't usually bother with abridged versions of books. However, this was a must try thanks to a combination of the price (free) and Olivia Colman reading a childhood favourite. It did not disappoint. I thoroughly enjoyed it. I just wishe she had read the unabridged version. She has the perfect reading style for this type of book.

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Amazing!

My seven year old loved it, it was really nicely read. It was a lovely story! ❤️

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Not full story

Didn’t realise it was an abridged version but still a very lovely story and well read.

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Enjoyed!

Listened to this at bedtime, I really enjoyed the narration and loved listening to it

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