Roald Dahl /

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by Shields, Charles J.,
[ 01. English Non Fiction ] Series: Who wrote that? Published by : Chelsea House Publishers, (Philadelphia :) Physical details: 104 p. : ill. (some col.) ; 25 cm. Subject(s): Dahl, Roald. | Authors, English --20th century --Biography. | Children's stories --Authorship. | Authors, English. Year : 2002 01. English Non Fiction Item type : 01. English Non Fiction
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Athena Consolidated School 828.09 DAH Available

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."