# Dedication explained — The Railway Children

> Chapter companion for The Railway Children by E. Nesbit.

## What happens

The author dedicates the book to her son Paul Bland, acknowledging his expertise in railways which she relies upon.

## Key lines

> To my dear son Paul Bland, behind whose knowledge of railways my ignorance confidently shelters.

This book is dedicated to my beloved son Paul Bland, whose understanding of railways provides a safe foundation for my own lack of knowledge.

_The author expresses gratitude and humility, crediting her son's expertise._

## Links

- HTML: https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_railway_children_se/chapters/dedication
- Book: https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_railway_children_se
- All chapters: https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_railway_children_se/chapters