Shields, Charles J., 1951-

Roald Dahl / Charles J. Shields. - Philadelphia : Chelsea House Publishers, c2002. - 104 p. : ill. (some col.) ; 25 cm. - Who wrote that? .

Includes bibliographical references (p. 97-99) and index.

The fighter pilot who could write -- Boy -- "I began to see I could handle fiction" -- Writing for adults -- The challenges of life -- Touching the young heart -- The hut in the garden -- Giggles of mirth.

A description of the personal life and career of the twentieth-century English writer of such successful books as "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory," "James and the Giant Peach," and "Matilda."

ISBN: 0-7910-6722-X (RHC) : $37.00

Subjects--Personal Names:
Dahl, Roald.

Subjects--Topical Terms:
Authors, English--20th century--Biography.
Children's stories--Authorship.
Authors, English.

Dewey Class. No.: 823/.914 B