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Boy: Tales of Childhood

Roald Dahl's Autobiography seriesNext:Going Solo(1986) →

In Boy, Roald Dahl recounts his days as a child growing up in England. From his years as a prankster at boarding school to his envious position as a chocolate tester for Cadbury's, Roald Dahl's boyhood was as full of excitement and the unexpected as are his world-famous, best-selling books. Packed with anecdotes — some funny, some painful, all interesting — this is a book that's sure to please.

Audience
childrensyoung adultmiddle grade
Length
short · 176 pages

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