Penguin Roald Dahl Collection 16 Books Set Classic Kids (Original Edition)

Roald Dahl Collection 16 Books Set brings together sixteen much-loved stories and memoirs from Roald Dahl, presented as a single collection. The set includes favourites such as Matilda, Charlie And The Chocolate Factory and The BFG, alongside autobiographical titles Boy Tales Of Childhood and Going Solo.

Across the collection you will find tales of mischief, magic and daring plans, from George mixing up a “marvellous medicine” to the animals behind an ambitious window-cleaning business. Several editions are described as featuring new Quentin Blake covers, and a number include additional end sections or facts about Roald Dahl and his world; some also note a new author biography.

Included titles

• Matilda
• Going Solo
• The Giraffe And The Pelly And Me
• George's Marvellous Medicine
• Fantastic Mr Fox
• The Magic Finger
• Esio Trot
• Boy Tales Of Childhood
• Charlie And The Great Glass Elevator
• The BFG
• The Witches
• The Twits
• Charlie And The Chocolate Factory
• James And The Giant Peach
• Danny The Champion Of The World
• Billy And The Minpins

Key details

• 16-book Roald Dahl collection
• Includes both fiction and memoir titles
• Several editions noted as having new Quentin Blake covers
• Some books include added facts or end sections about Roald Dahl and his world
• Select titles mention a new author biography

Synopses

Matilda

Matilda invents a game to punish her parents when they treat her badly, and later discovers she has supernatural powers. This edition is described as having a new Quentin Blake cover and an additional end section about Roald Dahl and his world.

Going Solo

Following on from Boy, this memoir continues Roald Dahl’s life story, covering his work in Africa and wartime exploits. The edition is noted as featuring a new cover with Quentin Blake illustrations and added facts about Roald Dahl and his world.

The Giraffe And The Pelly And Me

A giraffe, a pelican and an agile monkey set out to prove they are the best window-cleaning company around. This edition includes new facts about Roald Dahl and a Quentin Blake-illustrated cover.

George's Marvellous Medicine

George makes a special medicine intended to cure his grandma of her nasty habits. This edition is described as having a new Quentin Blake cover and a new end section about Roald Dahl and his world.

Fantastic Mr Fox

Boggis, Bunce and Bean are three particularly mean farmers who are determined to catch Mr Fox, but he has other plans. This edition is noted as having a new Quentin Blake cover and a new author biography.

The Magic Finger

A little girl has magical powers, and when she is made angry she delivers punishments with her flashing finger. This edition includes a new Quentin Blake-illustrated cover and new facts about Roald Dahl and his world.

Esio Trot

Mr Hoppy, Mrs Silver and a tortoise are brought together in a warm-hearted story. This edition is described as featuring a new Quentin Blake cover and additional biographical facts about Roald Dahl.

Boy Tales Of Childhood

Roald Dahl’s early years at school and with his family are recounted in this memoir. This edition is noted as having a new Quentin Blake cover and a new end section of facts about Roald Dahl.

Charlie And The Great Glass Elevator

This is described as a sequel to Charlie And The Chocolate Factory, presented in a new edition with a Quentin Blake cover. It also includes a new end section about Roald Dahl and his world.

The BFG

The BFG is presented as one of Dahl’s most lovable character creations, leaving a strong impression of big-heartedness. The description highlights dream-catching, his distinctive way of speaking, and “whizzpopping” for the Queen.

The Witches

The story centres on the bond between a boy and his grandmother, a partnership that survives the boy’s transformation into a mouse. Together they team up to outwitch the witches, and the boy reflects on sharing his grandmother’s lifespan.

The Twits

Mr and Mrs Twit are extremely nasty, and the Muggle-Wump monkeys and the Roly-Poly bird devise a plan to give them the surprise they deserve. This edition is described as having a new Quentin Blake cover and a new end section about Roald Dahl and his world.

Charlie And The Chocolate Factory

Willy Wonka opens his factory to five members of the public, chosen by Golden Tickets found in Wonka bars. The winners receive a private tour led by Mr Wonka, and for Charlie Bucket it is a dream come true.

James And The Giant Peach

James sets out on a journey to New York with a group of insect friends. This edition is described as having a new Quentin Blake cover and a new author biography.

Danny The Champion Of The World

Danny and his father outwit their greedy, rich neighbour, Mr Victor Hazell. This edition is noted as featuring a new Quentin Blake cover and a new end section about Roald Dahl and his world.

Billy And The Minpins

Billy is told never to go beyond the garden gate into the dark forest, but goes anyway and meets the Minpins, tiny tree-dwelling people. They fear the galloping Gruncher, and Billy must face the threat of the hungry beast.