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The Origins of Thomas the Tank Engine
The origin of the stories created by Anglican clergyman Reverend Wilbert Awdry, as a way of entertaining his young son Christopher. Pictures of some book covers.

BBC News: Facelift for 'Thomas' station
The train station which inspired the Thomas the Tank Engine tales receives £1.2m for a new museum and makeover. Plus links to other 'Thomas' news items. Brief history of the books.

Rev W V Awdry
Biography from the Audry family website. Photo of Rev and Mrs Audry in 1978.


Kids and Teens: Pre-School: Television: Thomas the Tank Engine
Regional: Europe: United Kingdom: Arts and Entertainment: Television: Programmes: Children's: Thomas the Tank Engine





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