Gertrude Chandler Warner
11 SeriesGertrude Chandler Warner (1890-1979) was an American author renowned for creating the Boxcar Children series, inspired by her childhood dream of living in a train. She began writing as a young girl, crafting stories for her grandfather. In addition to her writing, Warner worked as a teacher and volunteered for various non-profit organizations.
In "The Boxcar Children" by Gertrude Chandler Warner, four orphaned siblings, the Aldens, discover an abandoned boxcar and transform it into their home. As they navigate life on their own, they work together to overcome challenges and maintain their independence. Their ingenuity and resourcefulness lead them on a series of adventures, all while keeping their secret from the outside world.
