ERS Volume 49 – Coco The Circus Engine

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Author

Christopher (Adapted from a volume previously written by Peter Sam)

Stories

Work At Last

A Grand Circus comes to town and Edward and Duck help out their circus engine, Coco, by giving him a chance to help on the railway during his stay.

Danger Crossing

Gordon, Henry and James are jealous of Coco and want to send him back to the circus. So they trick Coco into taking some old trucks, which cause trouble at some points, as well as deep disgrace…

Stormy Weather

Henry gains new respect for Coco when a terrible storm leaves him stranded at the Harbour Wharf and the brave circus engine rescues him before being swept away.

Gordon's Circus Special

Gordon is found out by the Fat Controller and is furious. But Coco manages to change his view on circuses for the better with a final performance.

Notes

• Featured Characters: Bear, Ben, Bill, Donald, Douglas, Duck, Edward, Gordon, Henry, James, Percy, Fat Controller
• Introduced Characters: Coco the Circus Engine
• Introduced Locations: N/A
• Coco is revealed to be a tender engine, with the livery of red with golden stars and shining brass railings. It has been said that he is the same engine prototype as James.