Danny, the Champion of the World

Danny, the Champion of the World

by Roald Dahl (Author), Quentin Blake (Illustrator)

Synopsis

Danny's dad is the best - a wonderful mechanic, a brilliant storyteller and a genius at kites. But when Danny is nine he discovers that his father has a deep, dark secret - a secret that leads them both on a dangerous adventure.

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Format: Illustrated
Pages: 272
Edition: New edition
Publisher: Jonathan Cape
Published: 07 Nov 2002

ISBN 10: 022406469X
ISBN 13: 9780224064699
Children’s book age: 9-11 Years
Book Overview: Classic Dahl in an enticing, collectable new format.

Author Bio
Roald Dahl: 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. He died in November 1990. Quentin Blake: He is well known as Roald Dahl's principal illustrator but has also written and illustrated a great many picture books of his own, such as Mr Magnolia and Zagazoo. He has recently completed a successful two year tenure as the first Children's Laureate.