Matilda (Puffin Modern Classics)  (English, Paperback, Dahl Roald)

Matilda is one of Roald Dahl’s most famous novels for children. It is a story about little Matilda Wormwood who is an extraordinary child with mean parents who think she is a foolish child. Her parents attitude encourages her to pull some pranks on them every time they say or do something wrong.

Summary of the Book

Imagine having the gift of magical powers. That is exactly what the extremely intelligent Matilda possessed. However, she was never appreciated by her parents. She soon starts going to school where she is finally appreciated by her sweet and loving teacher, Miss Honey. She is in awe of Matilda’s intelligence and wants to move her to a higher class. She approaches the mean headmistress, Miss Trunchbull, who refuses. Matilda’s parents do not believe Miss Honey when she tries to explain to them the profound intelligence of their daughter. As the story goes on, the evil headmistress who bullies all the students and punishes them physically is taught a lesson that she will never forget by young Matilda.

About Roald Dahl

Roald Dahl was a British short story writer, novelist, poet, fighter pilot and screenwriter. He was born to Norwegian parents and served in the Royal Air Force during World War II. During this time, he became an intelligence officer and a flying ace. He rose to the rank of Acting Wing Commander. His short stories are popularly known for their unexpected endings, and his children’s stories are not sentimental and come with bit of dark humour. Some of his works include: James and the Giant Peach, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Matilda, The Witches, Fantastic Mr. Fox, The Twits and George’s Marvellous Medicine.