Roald Dahl

by Chris Powling

A brief biography of the writer of such successful books as "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory," "James and the Giant Peach," and "Matilda"

Genres: Biography, Nonfiction

24 pages, Library Binding

First published November 10, 1983

About the author

Chris Powling was born in 1943, in south London, where he still lives. He's taught at all levels in the state school system, from infants to postgraduates, and for ten years was headteacher of a London primary school.

Throughout his career, Chris has had a rich and diverse involvement with children's books - as a critic for national journals and newspapers (including THE GUARDIAN, THE OBSERVER, BOOKS FOR KEEPS, CAROUSEL and THE TIMES EDUCATIONAL SUPPLEMENT) and as a broadcaster for the BBC and various independent radio stations. He was the editor of BOOKS FOR KEEPS from 1989 till 1996 when it won the Eleanor Farjeon Award for services to children's literature, is a panel member for a national children's book club and has served on numerous prize committees. Currently, he is adult-books editor for Classic FM where he presents a monthly review on the programme Classic Newsnight.

Reviews

[Noella · Rating 4 out of 5]

Een korte biografie van Roald Dahl, geschreven voor kinderen.

[Aruna Kumar Gadepalli · Rating 4 out of 5]

This biography helps readers to know about the life of children's author and his world of writing.

[Sammy McGregor · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a fantastic read. Very informative and also entertaining. Powling's writing makes it feel like you are chatting with a friend. His obvious respect and admiration for Dahl is endearing and also very relatable.

Dahl was a master of his craft and deserves all of the respect and praise he receives in this book!

[Reza Mills · Rating 3 out of 5]

As a kid I loved Roald Dahl's work. This presented a nice brief snapshot into his work, not the best biography I've ever read but not bad all being told.

[Nathan North · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was a nice little book about Roald Dahl. I thought it pandered a bit to its assumed young audience (Using some odd word choices and making everything seem over exciting).

I did appreciate the depth of research and discovering more about an author I already appreciated.

[Louise · Rating 4 out of 5]

Read in a few minutes, but full of great Dahl facts.

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[Binibining `E (of The Ugly Writers) · Rating 3 out of 5]

I love Roald Dahl and his books, always a delight to read his stories. His books are not only for the young but also for the young at heart. :)

[Charlie · Rating 3 out of 5]

Nice chance to learn some more about the man who enlightened my childhood.

[RL · Rating 3 out of 5]

A snippet of Mr. Dahl's life.