The BFG

by Roald Dahl, Quentin Blake

Overview

Notes From Your Bookseller

Full of Dahl's usual array of inventive vocabulary, The BFG is the story of a giant who isn't as swollomping as other giants. In fact, he's rather friendly. On the surface hilarious and classic Dahl, there's also a refreshing undercurrent to remember that not all people (or giants) are the same.

Luckily for Sophie, the BFG is nothing like his neighbors, whose favorite pastime is guzzling little children.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780756982331
Publisher:	Perfection Learning Corporation
Publication date:	09/01/2007
Edition description:	Reprint
Pages:	207
Product dimensions:	5.00(w) x 7.75(h) x 0.50(d)
Age Range:	8 - 12 Years

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 No.1 Storyteller. Find out more at roalddahl.com.

Date of Birth:

September 13, 1916

Date of Death:

November 23, 1990

Place of Birth:

Llandaff, Wales, England

Place of Death:

Oxford, England

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The Witching Hour
(Continues…)

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Editorial Reviews

Roald Dahl and Quentin Blake are uncanny in their understanding of what children like to read and see. Sophie, an eight-year-old orphan, is kidnapped by the BFG (Big Friendly Giant) and taken to Giantland, where [her] alliance with the BFG and the queen of England results in the capture of the nine evil giants. Children will enjoy this book.” —The New York Times Book Review

From the Publisher

In a perfect combination of plot and narration, Natasha Richardson has created a splendid rendition of a true children’s classic. Dahl’s ability to twist words into a clever and creative new language is fascinating to children, and an enjoyable challenge to adults. The gruesome descriptions of the horrid giants and the subtle allusions to other stories will entertain children young and old. Richardson’s narration adds the final perfect touch--her voices are marvelous, investing Sophie with the innocence and longing of a lonely but proper little girl, creating a lovable if sometimes irascible giant, and even finding the exact tones for the imperious yet understanding queen. Even the narrator is absolutely right--objective yet compassionate! With voices full of emotion, indignation, and humor, Richardson builds and maintains the story, bringing it to its charming end. A true gem! W.L.S. Winner of AudioFile Earphones Award © AudioFile 2002, Portland, Maine

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