Roald Dahl

Roald Dahl

poet
fighter pilot
children's writer
novelist
🇳🇴Norway
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Roald Dahl was a British author of popular children's literature and short stories, a poet, screenwriter and a wartime fighter ace. His books have sold more than 300 million copies worldwide. He has been called "one of the greatest storytellers for children of the 20th century".

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Lifespan
1916 – 1990
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20
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11
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1

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Background

Born in
Llandaff
Educated at
Weston-super-MareRepton SchoolThe Cathedral School
Awards
🏆 De Kinderjury🏆 Golden Paintbrush🏆 World Fantasy Award for Life Achievement🏆 Edgar Awards

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