Henry the Green Engine

Railway Series #6

by W. Awdry, C. Reginald Dalby (Illustrator)

Henry the Green Engine has now recovered from his silly habit of staying inside tunnels whenever it rains, but he is still causing trouble to that strict but kind-hearted Fat Controller. All turns out well, however, and Henry has new and refreshing adventures with his fellow engines Thomas, Gordon, Edward, James and Percy.

Genres: Childrens, Fiction, Picture Books, Trains, Adventure, Fantasy

72 pages, Hardcover

First published December 1, 1950

About the author

Wilbert Vere Awdry, OBE, better known as the Rev. W. Awdry, was an English clergyman, railway enthusiast and children's author, and creator of Thomas the Tank Engine, who starred in Awdry's acclaimed Railway Series.

The characters that would make Awdry famous, and the first stories featuring them, were invented in 1943 to amuse his son Christopher during a bout of measles. The first book (The Three Railway Engines) was published in 1945, and by the time Awdry stopped writing in 1972, The Railway Series numbered 26 books. Christopher subsequently added further books to the series.

Reviews

[booklady · Rating 4 out of 5]

Although these stories are about little engines and their antics, they teach young children how to deal with each other and similar situations they are likely to encounter.

Here Henry struggles with sluggish feelings and low energy (due to poor coal/diet) an accident not his fault, difficulties with his buddies and bullying from strangers; all things children experience at one time or another. Reading these books are entertaining but also gently eduational.

[Bookworm Blogger · Rating 4 out of 5]

Poor Henry, you can't help but feel sorry for him. He tries very hard but its almost like he was made wrong. I'm pleased that he does eventually get to be a Really Useful Engine and our favourite story was Henry's Sneeze.

[Conrad · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was read to me when I was a little boy, it brings back child hood memorys. I still remember The Flying Kipper today.

[Andy Hickman · Rating 3 out of 5]

“Henry the Green Engine”
After not feeling well Henry gets back into doing what he does best!

[Jordan Maitlen · Rating 4 out of 5]

A very nice addition to the series. I feel bad for poor Henry, him being made out to seem like he doesn’t belong or cannot be himself. It was nice seeing him find his place and getting some appreciation and attention!

This isn’t one of the very best in the series, but it continues to establish its characters well enough and it’s still a good Henry story. The Percy one was okay.

[Sophie Crane · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a Classic book with great illustrations and stories (all 5 of them were adapted for the Thomas & Friends series).

[Solveig · Rating 2 out of 5]

Borrowed from my nephew who loves The Railway Series. It isn't bad, but not particularly fun or interesting either.

[Meowcats TV · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love this book! Henry is my favorite character because of this book, and his great arc, going from a green Gordon in The Three Railway Engines and Troublesome Engines, to a more sympathetic one.

Percy and the Trousers is pointless and doesn't need to exist but other than that this is one of my favorite RWS books.

[Christina · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book is part of the classic Railway series written by the Reverend W. Awdry. In this episode, Henry, who is the green steam engine has problems with his boiler and refuses to leave the tunnel where he’s taking shelter. Consequently, the controller decides to brick Henry up in the tunnel as a form of punishment. thankfully, Henry is eventually let out has an opportunity to continue working on the railway. The story emphasizes teamwork and determination which were great themes to pass on to my son as I read this bedtime story to him.

[Bree · Rating 5 out of 5]

Notes:
we read these books so many times
the classic series is the only way to enjoy Thomas