Thomas the Tank Engine creator WV Awdry set his railway engine stories in a sort of British Atlantis called Sodor. But where is it?

Wilbert Awdry, who created Thomas the Tank Engine, disliked change, venerated order, and craved the administration of punishment.

The Island of Sodor is closer than you think. In fact, it’s in South Carver, Mass., about two hours away. If you know Thomas the Tank Engine, you know what we’re talking about. Thomas and his ...