Roald Dahl

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Biography

Roald Dahl was a British novelist, short story writer, poet, and screenwriter, known for his works aimed at both children and adults. Born in Wales in 1916, Dahl served in the Royal Air Force during World War II before embarking on a successful writing career. He is best known for his series of children's books including "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory," "Matilda," and "The BFG." In addition to his contributions to literature, Dahl also penned an autobiography that offers readers a glimpse into his fascinating life. Throughout his career, Dahl's writing was characterized by its dark humor, memorable characters, and fantastical worlds. His work has been adapted into numerous films, stage plays, and television specials, solidifying his status as one of the most beloved and celebrated authors of our time. Roald Dahl's unique storytelling style continues to captivate audiences around the world, making him a literary icon whose influence will be felt for generations to come.

Standalone Novels

Individual novels by Roald Dahl not part of a series

  • ... steigen aus... maschine brennt... 10 Fliegergeschichten.
  • Agu Trot [spanish edition]
  • Ah, Sweet Mystery of Life: The Country Stories of Roald Dahl
  • Bizarre, Bizarre
  • Boy
  • Boy / Going Solo
  • Boy : Tales of Childhood
  • Boy. Sch�?¶nes und Schreckliches aus meiner Kinderzeit.
  • Boy: Tales of Childhood
  • Charlie Et LA Chocolaterie
  • Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
  • Charlie and the Great Glass Elevator
  • Charlie and the Great Glass Elevator: The Further Adventures of Charlie Bucket and Willie Wonka, Chocolate-Maker Extraordinary
  • Charlie and the Great Glass Elevator: The Further Adventures of Charlie Bucket and Willy Wonka, Chocolate-Maker Extraordinary
  • Charlie y la fábrica de chocolate
  • Charlie/Chocolate
  • Charlie/Glass Elevat
  • Collected Short Stories of Roald Dahl
  • Danny the Champion of the World
  • Danny, the Champion of the World
  • Danny/Champion/World
  • Danny: El Campeon Del Mundo/Danny : The Champion of the World
  • Die Prinzessin und der Wilderer. Vier Geschichten.
  • Dirty Beasts
  • El Gran Cambiazo
  • El gran gigante bonachón
  • Enormous Crocodile
  • Esio Trot
  • Fantastic Mr. Fox
  • Fantastique Maitre Renard
  • George's Marvellous Medicine
  • George's Marvelous Medicine
  • Going Solo
  • Hexen hexen. . Das Buch zum Film.
  • Historia Extraordinarias
  • Ich sehe was, was du nicht siehst. Acht unglaubliche Geschichten.
  • It's Heaven to Be Seven
  • James Et LA Grosse Peche
  • James Et La Grosse Peche
  • James Y El Melocoton Gigante
  • James and the Giant Peach
  • James and the Giant Peach: A Children's Story
  • James y el melocotón gigante / James and the Giant Peach
  • Kiss Kiss
  • Kiss, kiss
  • Konfetti
  • Kuschelmuschel. Vier erotische �?�?berraschungen.
  • K�?¼sschen, K�?¼sschen.
  • L'Enorme crocodile
  • L'Invit�?©
  • LA Fabbrica Di Cioccolato
  • LA Potion Magique De Georges Bouillon
  • Las Brujas/the Witches
  • Le Bon Gros Geant: Le Bon Gros Geant
  • Le Bon Gros G�?©ant
  • Le Doiat Magique
  • Les Deux Gredins
  • Los Mejores Relatos De Roald Dahl
  • Matilda
  • Matilda. .
  • Mi Tio Oswald
  • My Uncle Oswald
  • New Windmills: Danny the Champion of the World
  • Over to You: Ten Stories of Flyers and Flying
  • Relatos de Los Inesperado
  • Roald Dahl Omnibus
  • Roald Dahl's Book of Ghost Stories
  • Roald Dahl's Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
  • Roald Dahl's James and the Giant Peach
  • Roald Dahl's Revolting Rhymes
  • Roald Dahl's Tales of the Unexpected
  • Roald Dahl's Tales of the unexpected
  • Sacr�?©es sorci�?¨res
  • Skin and Other Stories
  • Sophiechen und der Riese. .
  • Sophiechen und der Riese. . Theaterst�?¼cke f�?¼r Kinder.
  • Switch Bitch
  • Tales of the Unexpected
  • The B. F. G.: Dahl
  • The BFG
  • The Best of Roald Dahl
  • The Complete Adventures of Charlie and Mr.Willy Wonka
  • The Enormous Crocodile
  • The Giraffe and the Pelly and Me
  • The Great Automatic Grammatizator
  • The Magic Finger
  • The Magic Finger of Dahl
  • The Roald Dahl Treasury
  • The Twits
  • The Umbrella Man and Other Stories
  • The Vicar of Nibbleswicke
  • The Witches
  • The Witches.
  • The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar
  • The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar and Six More
  • The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar, and Six More
  • The best of Roald Dahl: Stories from Over to you, Someone like you, Kiss kiss, Switch bitch
  • The collected short stories of Roald Dahl: An omnibus volume containing Kiss, kiss, Over to you, Switch bitch, Someone like you, and eight further tales of the unexpected
  • Twits
  • Volando Solo
  • Witches , The
  • Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar
  • \" Lamb to the Slaughter and Other Stories

Classic Series

The series that started it all

  • Boy: Tales of Childhood
  • Going Solo

Recent Series

Latest works by the author

  • The Witches of My Life

Reading Order

Complete reading order for Roald Dahl's books

1Standalone Novels
2Roald Dahl's Autobiography

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Roald Dahl's most famous book?

Roald Dahl's most famous book is 'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory'.

How many books did Roald Dahl write?

Roald Dahl wrote over 20 books for children and adults.

Did Roald Dahl write any autobiographical works?

Yes, Roald Dahl wrote an autobiography titled 'Boy: Tales of Childhood'.

What is the genre of Roald Dahl's books?

Roald Dahl's books are primarily classified as children's fiction with elements of humor and fantasy.

Are Roald Dahl's books still popular today?

Yes, many of Roald Dahl's books are still widely read and loved by readers of all ages.