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Distinctive Intriguing and imaginative tales perfect for young readers.

Recommendation: This book offers a delightful mix of unexpected stories that will captivate young readers with their originality and ingenuity. From the sensitive and heartwarming "Katina" to the delightfully creepy "Taste," Roald Dahl's storytelling genius shines through in every tale. Be prepared for unexpected twists and turns, a touch of the macabre, and a world of wonder that will leave you eager for more. Grab a copy of this book and prepare to be transported to a world where anything can happen!

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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ISBN: 9780141311500
Related Collections: Young Readers, Chapter Books
Related Topics: Humor, Adventure, Mystery

Description

Is it really possible to invent a machine that does the job of a writer? What is it about a landlady's house that makes it so hard for her guests to leave? Does Sir Basil Turton value most his wife or one of his priceless sculptures? Here are thirteen of Roald Dahl's most unexpected tales, offering young readers the perfect introduction to the adult writing of a storytelling genius. From the sensitivity of stories such as 'Katina' to the surprising creepiness of 'Taste', these stories are full of all the fun, excitement and wonder of Roald Dahl's writing, offering originality, ingenuity, horror, unexpected twists and turns, a touch of the macabre - and much more besides.


Author: Roald Dahl
Format: Paperback
Number of Pages: 272
Publisher: Penguin Random House Children's UK
Publication Date: 03 Sep 2009
 

Distinctive Intriguing and imaginative tales perfect for young readers.

Recommendation: This book offers a delightful mix of unexpected stories that will captivate young readers with their originality and ingenuity. From the sensitive and heartwarming "Katina" to the delightfully creepy "Taste," Roald Dahl's storytelling genius shines through in every tale. Be prepared for unexpected twists and turns, a touch of the macabre, and a world of wonder that will leave you eager for more. Grab a copy of this book and prepare to be transported to a world where anything can happen!

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.