Christopher Awdry
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Christopher Vere Awdry (born 2 July 1940)[1] is an English author best known for his contributions to The Railway Series of books featuring Thomas the Tank Engine, which was started by his father, the Rev. W. Awdry. He has also produced children's books based on a number of other railways.[2] He has also written non-fiction articles and books on heritage railways.
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Born | (1940-07-02) 2 July 1940 (age 83) Devizes, United Kingdom |
Occupation | Author |
Nationality | British |
Education | Worksop College |
Period | 1983–2011 |
Children | Richard Awdry |
Parents | Wilbert Awdry (father) Margaret Awdry (mother) |
Relatives | Hilary Fortnam, Veronica Chambers (siblings) |
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