Roald Dahl
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Roald Dahl

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The son of Norwegian parents, Roald Dahl was born in Wales in 1916 and educated at Repton. He was a fighter pilot for the RAF during World War Two, and it was while writing about his experiences during this time that he started his career as an author. His fabulously popular children's books are read by children all over the world. Some of his better-known works include James and the Giant Peach, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Fantastic Mr Fox, Matilda, The Witches, and The BFG. He died in November 1990.
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James and the Giant Peach is a children's novel by British author Roald Dahl. This tale, which has captivated the imaginations of children worldwide, introduces readers to one of Dahl’s most famous characters. The story takes a fantastical turn when James accidentally spills magic crystals by an old tree, resulting in the growth of an enormous peach.

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