Matilda

Name: Matilda
Brand: Penguin Random House Children's UK
SKU: 9780241558317
Price: 21.0 NZD
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By Roald Dahl

4.34

( 1,031,535 ratings, 24,940 reviews)

Summary

Matilda by Roald Dahl is about a young, intelligent girl with a love for books who faces neglect from her family. As Matilda discovers she possesses extraordinary abilities, she forms a bond with her kind-hearted teacher, Miss Honey. Together, they challenge the oppressive headmistress, Miss Trunchbull, and strive for a better future.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

You might enjoy this delightful story if you appreciate tales of clever, resourceful children overcoming difficult odds in a magical setting. With its blend of humour, warmth, and just a touch of mischief, it's perfect for those who love stories featuring inspirational young protagonists standing up against unfairness with wit and courage.

Matilda

Description

The much-loved Roald Dahl story, updated for a whole new generation of readers with an exciting new interior design and cover look.

These books gave Matilda a hopeful and comforting message: you are not alone.

Matilda is a brilliant child with a magical mind. But her parents have decided she's just a nuisance who wastes too much time on reading and stories. And her headmistress, Miss Trunchbull, is a terrible bully, who thinks children are rotten and awful and should be locked up.

Now it's time for Matilda to find the power to change her story, and show them just how extraordinary children can be...

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Matilda by Roald Dahl is celebrated for its whimsical storytelling, imaginative plot, and charming characters. It enchants readers with the tale of a brilliant young girl who overcomes adversity through cleverness and courage. Reviews often praise its humour, the memorable character of Miss Trunchbull, and the uplifting message about the power of kindness and intelligence.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780241558317

Publisher: Penguin Random House Children's UK

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 17 February 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Puffin

Contributors:

Illustrated by Quentin Blake
Illustrated by Quentin Blake

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 25.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 384

Collections

Children's Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Roald Dahl

About the Author

Roald Dahl (Author) Roald Dahl was a spy, ace fighter pilot, chocolate historian and medical inventor. He was also the author of Matilda, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, The BFG and many more brilliant stories. He remains THE WORLD'S NUMBER ONE STORYTELLER. Quentin Blake (Illustrator) Quentin Blake has illustrated more than three hundred books and was Roald Dahl's favourite illustrator. In 1980 he won the prestigious Kate Greenaway Medal. In 1999 he became the first ever Children's Laureate and in 2013 he was knighted for services to illustration.