Description

In a tunnel under the Thames, an urchin named Jenny and the young Queen Victoria dream of a wonderful new idea – underground trains! Twenty years later, the dream is finally becoming a reality. However, the construction of the Underground is tearing London apart and destroying the home of Jenny and her family. When Jenny comes face-to-face with the Queen again – will she tell her about the human cost of the 'dream'?

In the Victorian Tales Terry Deary explores the fascinating world of the Victorians, including many of the incredible achievements and breakthroughs that took place in this era. These tales feature real characters and take place in some of the most recognizable Victorian settings.

Product details

Published 08 Sep 2016
Format Paperback
Edition 1st
Extent 64
ISBN 9781472939845
Imprint Bloomsbury Education
Dimensions 198 x 129 mm
Series Terry Deary's Historical Tales
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing

About the contributors

Author

Terry Deary

Terry Deary is the author of over 200 fiction and…

Illustrator

Helen Flook

Helen Flook was born in Wales, lived in Canada, an…

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