Roald Dahl

Roald Dahl

Books

39

Avg Rating

4.0

Years Active

1946-1990

ClassicsChildrensFantasyHumorYoung AdultShort Stories

About

Roald Dahl (1916-1990) was a British author celebrated for his captivating children's books and twisted short stories for adults. Born in Wales to Norwegian parents, Dahl served as a fighter pilot during World War II before embarking on his literary career. He is best known for his imaginative and whimsical tales such as "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory," "Matilda," "James and the Giant Peach," and "The BFG," each characterized by dark humor and rich storytelling. Dahl's works have left a lasting impact, inspiring generations of readers and being adapted into various films and theatrical productions. His legacy continues to enchant audiences worldwide.

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The Enormous Crocodile

The Enormous Crocodile

3.78•Fantasy
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Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

Charlie Bucket #1

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

4.14•Fantasy
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Roald Dahl's Book of Ghost Stories

Roald Dahl's Book of Ghost Stories

3.65•Horror
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Dirty Beasts

Dirty Beasts

3.99•Fantasy
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Charlie and the Great Glass Elevator

Charlie Bucket #2

Charlie and the Great Glass Elevator

3.42•Adventure
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Danny the Champion of the World

Danny the Champion of the World

3.72•Adventure
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Fantastic Mr. Fox

Fantastic Mr. Fox

4.07•Fantasy
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George's Marvellous Medicine

George's Marvellous Medicine

4.36•Fantasy
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More About Boy

Roald Dahl's Autobiography #1.5

More About Boy

4.20•Autobiography
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Matilda

Matilda

4.13•Fantasy
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The BFG

The BFG

4.24•Fantasy
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The Magic Finger

The Magic Finger

4.38•Fantasy
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James and the Giant Peach

James and the Giant Peach

3.95•Adventure
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Going Solo

Roald Dahl's Autobiography #2

Going Solo

4.05•Autobiography
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Switch Bitch

Switch Bitch

3.95•Fantasy
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The Twits

The Twits

3.89•Fantasy
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The Minpins

The Minpins

3.87•Adventure
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Kiss Kiss

Kiss Kiss

4.07•Horror
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Someone Like You

Someone Like You

3.95•Horror
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More Tales Of The Unexpected

Roald Dahl's Tales of the Unexpected #2

More Tales Of The Unexpected

3.97•Horror
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The Umbrella Man and Other Stories

The Umbrella Man and Other Stories

4.05•Horror
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Boy

Roald Dahl's Autobiography #1

Boy

4.07•Autobiography
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Lamb to the Slaughter

Lamb to the Slaughter

4.17•Short Stories
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Roald Dahl's James's Giant Bug Book

Roald Dahl's James's Giant Bug Book

4.23
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The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar and Six More

The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar and Six More

4.12•Fantasy
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The Roald Dahl Treasury

The Roald Dahl Treasury

4.41•Fantasy
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Me salamestarit

Me salamestarit

4.10•Childrens
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Esio Trot

Esio Trot

3.74•Fantasy
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Revolting Rhymes

Revolting Rhymes

4.14•Fantasy
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The Vicar of Nibbleswicke

The Vicar of Nibbleswicke

3.83•Young Adult
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The Giraffe and the Pelly and Me

The Giraffe and the Pelly and Me

3.83•Fantasy
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Skin and Other Stories

Skin and Other Stories

4.03•Horror
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The Mildenhall Treasure

The Mildenhall Treasure

3.82•History
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Billy and the Minpins

Billy and the Minpins

3.87•Adventure
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The Witches

The Witches

3.74•Fantasy
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The Landlady

The Landlady

3.88•Short Stories
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Over to You

Over to You

3.83•Historical Fiction
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My Uncle Oswald

My Uncle Oswald

3.85•Erotica
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The Complete Adventures of Charlie and Mr Willy Wonka

Charlie Bucket #1-2

The Complete Adventures of Charlie and Mr Willy Wonka

4.13•Fantasy
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