If Mrs Tischbein had known the amazing adventures her son Emil would have in Berlin, she'd never have let him go.
Unfortunately, when his seven pounds goes missing on the train, Emil is determined to get it back - and when he teams up with the detectives he meets in Berlin, it's just the start of a marvellous money-retrieving adventure . . .
"Emil and the Detectives" is a classic children's novel by Erich Kästner, first published in 1929. The story follows young Emil Tischbein, who is sent by his mother to Berlin with a sum of money for his grandmother. On the train, Emil's money is stolen by a mysterious man named Mr. Grundeis. Determined to retrieve it, Emil enlists the help of a group of local boys in Berlin, forming a makeshift detective team. Together, they embark on an adventurous pursuit to catch the thief and recover the stolen money. Kästner's novel is celebrated for its lively narrative, memorable characters, and themes of friendship, resourcefulness, and justice, making it a timeless favorite for young readers.
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