Year 10 English - Danse Macabre
Roald Dahl
Roald Dahl (13 September 1916 – 23 November 1990) was a British novelist, short story writer, and screenwriter, born in Wales of Norwegian parents. After serving in the Royal Air Force during the Second World War, in which he became a flying ace, he rose to prominence in the 1940s with works for both children and adults, and became one of the world's bestselling authors. His short stories are known for their unexpected endings, and his children's books for their unsentimental, often very dark humour. Some of his most popular books include The Twits, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, James and the Giant Peach, Fantastic Mr. Fox, Matilda, The Witches, and The BFG.
World of Roald DahlThis is the official website of Roald Dahl. It is an interactive website aimed at children of all ages - even grown up ones - giving access to a range of material related to Roald Dahl's work.
Explore the options, read of Dahl's inspiration for his work, view photographs of his life, and learn more about one of the most imaginative writers of all time... |
Tales of the UnexpectedRoald Dahl wrote a wide range of short stories aimed at an adult audience - his "Tales of the Unexpected". These classic stories are very dark and sinister, always filled with tension building to a dramatic climax, and ending with an unexpected twist...
Read "Lamb to the Slaughter" or view Alfred Hitchcock's 1960 version of "Man from the South" and see if you can predict the ending. |
Roald Dahl MuseumVisit the website that promotes the Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre. Have a look around the museum with the video option, discover archives, view links and read early drafts of Dahl's most famous works. |