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Thomas & Friends: Thomas and the Royal Engine

Thomas & Friends: Thomas and the Royal Engine

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In this book, Thomas and The Fat Controller are invited to London to meet Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. They encounter obstacles and meet a shiny royal engine named Duchess. Will Thomas get The Fat Controller to London's Victoria Station on time? This adventure is bound to thrill royal fans and all lovers of Thomas the little blue engine.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 32 pages
Publication date: 30 April 2020
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers


In this captivating picture book, join Thomas and The Fat Controller on an extraordinary adventure as they embark on a journey to meet Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II! The Fat Controller has received an invitation to London to receive a prestigious award from the Queen herself! However, their path to the grand ceremony is filled with numerous challenges and unexpected turns. Along the way, they encounter a dazzling royal engine named Duchess, who is also rushing to her destination. Can Thomas navigate through the complexities of the city and ensure that The Fat Controller arrives at London's Victoria Station on time?

Accompanied by stunning stills from the TV special, The Royal Engine, and a cover artfully illustrated in the Awdry tradition, this adventure promises to captivate both royal enthusiasts and all fans of Thomas the little blue engine.

Explore a collection of other picture books about Thomas the Tank Engine, including:

Thomas & Friends: Thomas and the Dinosaurs - 9781405293112
Thomas & Friends: Thomas and the Spring Surprise - 9781405292917
Thomas & Friends: A Day at the Football - 9781405289238
Thomas & Friends: A Visit to London for Thomas the Tank Engine - 9781405281263

For over 75 years, Thomas has been imparting valuable lessons about life and friendship to children worldwide. He stands alongside beloved characters like Paddington Bear, Winnie-the-Pooh, and Peter Rabbit as an integral part of our literary heritage.

So, hop aboard this thrilling adventure and join Thomas and The Fat Controller on their quest to meet Queen Elizabeth II! Prepare to be swept away by the magic of storytelling and the enduring legacy of Thomas the Tank Engine.

Weight: 194g
Dimension: 251 x 249 x 5 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780755500437

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