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Award History
| Award | Year | Status | Citation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Costa Book of the YearCosta Children's Book Award | 1983 | Winner |
About the Author
Roald DahlBritish
Roald Dahl (1916-1990) was a British author born in Llandaff, Wales to Norwegian immigrant parents. Renowned for children's literature including notable works like Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Matilda, The BFG, James and the Giant Peach, and Fantastic Mr Fox, he also wrote macabre short stories for adults and screenplays. Fans. Read more →
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