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The Railway Children
by E. (Edith) Nesbit
📚 Family ClassicsAbout This Book
Country life -- England -- Fiction, England -- Fiction, Family life -- Fiction
Story Adventures
Pick a topic to explore with your favorite characters!
The Ethics of Child Labor
"When is it acceptable for children to work, considering the potential for exploitation and the value of childhood innocence?"
The Justification of Petty Theft
"Is it ever morally permissible to steal something small, even if it technically belongs to another person, if you believe you have a greater need or that the 'victim' won't truly suffer?"
The Impact of Secrets
"Is it ever justified to keep a significant secret from loved ones, even if it's intended to protect them from pain or worry?"
The Definition of Family
"Can a group of people who are not related by blood or marriage truly be considered a family, or is there something inherently special about biological kinship?"
💡 How Story Adventures Work
Pick a topic and chat with your favorite characters! Hannah and Lily will help explain what's happening, and the characters will answer questions just like they would in the story. It's like having a book club with friends!