Roald Dahl day 2016: five of the best
As the world marks 100 years since the birth of Roald Dahl, here’s our pick of the best articles from across the internet.
Today marks the 100th birthday of Roald Dahl, one of the most celebrated authors of the 20th Century, whose stories remain firm cross-generational favourites.
How well do you know his books?
The Metro have compiled a short quiz for you Dahl-based enjoyment. Do you know your Twits from your Tales Of The Unexpected? Have a go and find out.
His five best characters
There’s some good — and bad — choices in this character review by the International Business Times, in our opinion: What about Danny’s Dad or even the notorious Uncle Oswald? What do you think? Let us know on Twitter.
Roald Dahl: the inventor
Everyone knows Dahl the author. But tragedy drove him to become the c0-creator of the Wade-Dahl-Till medical valve after his son Theo was involved in a terrible accident. The Memo explain.
16 whizz-popping quotes
“A little nonsense now and then, is relished by the wisest men.” The Metro have complied a great list of selected quotes from across Dahl’s work. Enjoy.
Which Roald Dahl baddie are you?
Are you a Trunchbull or more of a Grand High Witch? Let’s find out with this quiz from the Press Association.
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