The Roald Dahl Treasury facts for kids
The Roald Dahl Treasury is a special collection of stories and writings by the famous children's author, Roald Dahl. It was first published in the United Kingdom in 1997 by a company called Jonathan Cape. This book is like a treasure chest filled with some of his best work, plus a few surprises you might not have seen before!
Contents
What's Inside This Amazing Book?
A Mix of Stories and More
The Roald Dahl Treasury brings together parts from almost all of Dahl's children's books. It also includes some writings that were never published before this book came out. Imagine finding brand new stories from your favorite author!
This collection also features four complete picture books by Roald Dahl, printed in full color. These are:
The Wonderful World of Illustrations
A huge part of what makes Roald Dahl's books so special are the pictures. This treasury includes many illustrations by Quentin Blake, who is famous for drawing the characters in most of Dahl's books. Some of these pictures were drawn just for this book, and others appeared in color for the very first time!
To make the book even more exciting, other talented artists also contributed their drawings. These "guest illustrators" include Raymond Briggs and Ralph Steadman. Their different styles add a lot of visual fun to the stories.
Dahl's Own Words
Beyond the stories and pictures, the book gives you a peek into Roald Dahl's life. It includes a part of an interview he gave, where you can read his thoughts in his own words. You'll also find letters he exchanged with his family members, including his daughter, Ophelia Dahl. This helps you understand more about the person behind the amazing stories.
