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Boy: Popular Penguins

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Boy: Popular Penguins by Roald Dahl is a whimsical collection of autobiographical stories from Dahl's childhood. The book offers a captivating glimpse into his fascination with storytelling and the often humorous adventures and mischief of his early years. Filled with vivid anecdotes, it paints an enchanting picture of life as a young Roald in England and Wales.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy vivid tales of childhood adventures packed with humour and charm. Roald Dahl's autobiographical storytelling gives a fascinating glimpse into his early life, capturing the imagination with tales that are both heartwarming and mischievous.

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Boy: Popular Penguins

Book Hero Magic formatted this description to make it easier to read. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! Description

Boy is the story of Roald Dahl's very own boyhood, including tales of sweet-shops and chocolate, mean old ladies, and a Great Mouse Plot. These tales serve as the inspiration for some of his most marvellous storybooks in the years to come.

Full of exciting and strange things, the stories in Boy are a mix of the funny and the frightening. Remarkably, they are all true.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780143566540

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 29 August 2011

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Classics

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 12.0mm

Width: 111.0mm

Height: 181.0mm

Weight: 108g

Pages: 190

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About the Author

Roald Dahl was a spy, ace fighter pilot, chocolate historian and medical inventor. He was also the author of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Matilda, The BFG and many more brilliant stories. He remains The World's Number One Storyteller.

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