THE MODEL-RAILWAY MEN
TAKE OVER
Ray Pope
As readers of THE MODEL-RAILWAY MEN and
TELFORD AND THE AMERICAN VISITOR
already know, the model railway in Mark's
attic houses a race of miniature railway
folk, led by that redoubtable engine driver
of the great age of steam, Telford. Up till
now, Mark has always been there to
arrange about getting them food and to
help them out of their difficulties. But now
his family is going on holiday and they are
to be left to their own devices.
Before leaving, Mark makes such
arrangements as he can, but his efforts
have to be limited to what he is able to do
without arousing his parents' suspicions.
So the model-railway people find them-
selves faced with a world of difficulties
once he is gone. How they get themselves
from floor to floor of the house, how they
cope with what to them are huge hostile
insects and how they explore the food
resources of the pantry all provide plenty
of fun and excitement. But it is the world
of "machines" that Telford cannot resist,
and it is in exploring it in Mark's home
that he finds one of the greatest experiences
of his life (driving a real steam cngine)—
and almost loses one of his family.
Addicts of the series will welcome in this
book the appearance of a delightfully
eccentric new character, Brindley, who,
despite his despised "h'office" background,
turns out when put to the test to be a real
"model-railway man" all the same.
Reviews of The Model Railway Men series include:-
The Model Railway Men (Book 1)
"A charming story about a family of tiny steam train enthusiasts....Mr. Pope brings to it a sense of characterisation and situation, plus a railway expertise that combine to make a very enjoyable book"
School Librarian (The Journal of The School Library Association).
Telford and the American Visitor (Book 2)
"The Model-Railway people are growing in depth of character as they encounter more trials, and Mark is learning the cost of secrecy...the story is exciting and funny". School Librarian
The Model Railway Men Take Over (Book 3)
"This book combines the 'romance of steam' with the miniature which most children enjoy."
Times Literary Supplement
Telfords Holiday (Book 4)
"Mark and his railway men move from the attic where the delightful secret of their existance has been kept secret to the more dangerous out of doors world...A welcome change of scene for these lively characters." Growing Point
Telford and the Festiniog Railway (Book 5)
"This series is consistently good...beautifully characterised, exciting and touching, and the background of railways and their history is lovingly created." Sunday Telegraph
Telford Saves the Line (Book 6)
"The book will undoubtebly be of interest to all railway enthusiasts, particularly those with a steam nostagia." Times Literary Supplement
Telford Goes Dutch (Book 7)
"Mark and his father visit Holland and...the model-railway men go too...and discover that they are not after all the last of their miniature race." Margery Fisher, Sunday Times
Telford Tells the Truth (Book 8)
"Telford could go on for ever - and thousands of faithful readers hope that he will...Splended stuff." Yorkshire Post
TAKE OVER
Ray Pope
As readers of THE MODEL-RAILWAY MEN and
TELFORD AND THE AMERICAN VISITOR
already know, the model railway in Mark's
attic houses a race of miniature railway
folk, led by that redoubtable engine driver
of the great age of steam, Telford. Up till
now, Mark has always been there to
arrange about getting them food and to
help them out of their difficulties. But now
his family is going on holiday and they are
to be left to their own devices.
Before leaving, Mark makes such
arrangements as he can, but his efforts
have to be limited to what he is able to do
without arousing his parents' suspicions.
So the model-railway people find them-
selves faced with a world of difficulties
once he is gone. How they get themselves
from floor to floor of the house, how they
cope with what to them are huge hostile
insects and how they explore the food
resources of the pantry all provide plenty
of fun and excitement. But it is the world
of "machines" that Telford cannot resist,
and it is in exploring it in Mark's home
that he finds one of the greatest experiences
of his life (driving a real steam cngine)—
and almost loses one of his family.
Addicts of the series will welcome in this
book the appearance of a delightfully
eccentric new character, Brindley, who,
despite his despised "h'office" background,
turns out when put to the test to be a real
"model-railway man" all the same.
Reviews of The Model Railway Men series include:-
The Model Railway Men (Book 1)
"A charming story about a family of tiny steam train enthusiasts....Mr. Pope brings to it a sense of characterisation and situation, plus a railway expertise that combine to make a very enjoyable book"
School Librarian (The Journal of The School Library Association).
Telford and the American Visitor (Book 2)
"The Model-Railway people are growing in depth of character as they encounter more trials, and Mark is learning the cost of secrecy...the story is exciting and funny". School Librarian
The Model Railway Men Take Over (Book 3)
"This book combines the 'romance of steam' with the miniature which most children enjoy."
Times Literary Supplement
Telfords Holiday (Book 4)
"Mark and his railway men move from the attic where the delightful secret of their existance has been kept secret to the more dangerous out of doors world...A welcome change of scene for these lively characters." Growing Point
Telford and the Festiniog Railway (Book 5)
"This series is consistently good...beautifully characterised, exciting and touching, and the background of railways and their history is lovingly created." Sunday Telegraph
Telford Saves the Line (Book 6)
"The book will undoubtebly be of interest to all railway enthusiasts, particularly those with a steam nostagia." Times Literary Supplement
Telford Goes Dutch (Book 7)
"Mark and his father visit Holland and...the model-railway men go too...and discover that they are not after all the last of their miniature race." Margery Fisher, Sunday Times
Telford Tells the Truth (Book 8)
"Telford could go on for ever - and thousands of faithful readers hope that he will...Splended stuff." Yorkshire Post
