General Fiction

The Box-Car Children

Restored Classics to Go EditionBy Gertrude Chandler Warner

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This edition has been fully restored with modern typesetting, custom cover design, and corrected formatting. In "The Boxcar Children," siblings Jess, Henry, Violet, and Benny find themselves in a precarious situation after the loss of their mother and the looming threat of a harsh grandfather in the village of Middlesex. Fearing separation, they embark on a daring escape into the night, driven by Jess and Henry's determination to keep their family together. As they navigate the challenges of the wilderness, their ingenuity and unbreakable bond shine through. With Jess leading them, the children transform an abandoned freight car into a cozy refuge, cleverly adapting to their new surroundings and finding joy in simple discoveries, like an unexpected treasure trove in the woods. Their resourcefulness is further tested as they encounter an injured dog, whom they promptly adopt, naming him Watch, and integrate into their makeshift family. As storms rage outside, the boxcar becomes their sanctuary, filled with the warmth of shared meals and the laughter of youthful dreams. Henry's ventures into town bring both supplies and a job, offering a glimpse of stability and hope for a brighter future. Despite their orphaned status, the children's resilience and creativity enable them to carve out a life of independence and adventure, where every day is a testament to their courage and the enduring power of family. As mysterious sounds hint at further adventures, the siblings remain united, ready to face whatever challenges lie ahead, embodying themes of survival, camaraderie, and the joy of making a home in the most unexpected of places.

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GenreGeneral Fiction

Length2 hrs 49 mins

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FormateBook with Audio

Publish dateMar 20, 2020

LanguageEnglish

1By Gertrude Chandler Warner: Author of &quot;Star Stories For Little Folks&quot; and, with Frances Warner, of &quot;Life&#x27;s Minor Collisions&quot;

2THE CONTENTS: Jess shut the door with as much care as she had opened it

3THE FLIGHT

4THE SECOND NIGHT

5SHELTER

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6A NEW HOME

7HOUSEKEEPING: Benny discovered his beloved &quot;pink cup&quot;

8EARNING A LIVING

9AT HOME

10BUILDING THE DAM

11CHERRY PICKING

12THE RACE: Henry felt himself lifted on many shoulders