Roald Dahl
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".
Career Journey
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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"It doesn't matter who you are or what you look like so long as somebody loves you."
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Timeline
1916
Born
Birth1990
Died
Death
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