# The Story of the Amulet explained — The Story of the Amulet

> Chapter companion for The Story of the Amulet by E. Nesbit.

## What happens

The children reunite with the Psammead in London and purchase a half amulet from a mysterious shop. They meet a learned gentleman who helps them understand the amulet's power, and they embark on their first journey to Ancient Egypt, where they encounter a priest and learn about the missing half of the amulet.

## Themes in this chapter

### Power of Knowledge and History

The amulet's power is tied to ancient knowledge, and the children must learn about history to use it effectively.

### Magic and the Ordinary

The magical Psammead and the amulet are discovered in the ordinary setting of London, blending the fantastical with everyday life.

## Character check-ins

### Anthea

One of the children who helps find the Psammead and participates in the purchase of the amulet.

### Cyril

One of the children involved in the adventures with the Psammead and the amulet.

### Jane

One of the children who joins the quest for the amulet.

### Robert

One of the children who takes part in the journey to Ancient Egypt.

### The Psammead

The magical creature who reunites with the children and guides them in using the amulet.

## Key lines

> The children find the Psammead in a pet shop in London.

The children discover the Psammead at a London pet store.

_This marks the beginning of their renewed adventures._

> They buy a half amulet from a mysterious shopkeeper.

A mysterious shopkeeper sells them a half amulet.

_The half amulet is the key to their time-traveling quest._

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