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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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Matilda is a renowned children's novel by Roald Dahl, first published in the United Kingdom in 1988. Matilda stands up to the injustices she faces from adults, using her wit and eventually her telekinetic powers. Since its publication, Matilda has been celebrated for its imaginative plot, strong characters, and message of standing up against oppression.

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