Publishers Weekly About the Author Roald Dahl (1916-1990) was born in Wales of Norwegian parents. Review Quotes Few modern writers have attracted such an appreciative audience among adults and children as Dahl. With Roald Dahl, you can never be sure where reality ends and fantasy begins. A clever mix of fact and fiction, this collection also includes the story of how master storyteller Roald Dahl became a writer (and a wealth of tips for aspiring authors). A giant turtle and a very special boy who can talk to animals, a cunning hitchhiker and the curious driver who picks him up, and a very lucky plowman who finds a fabulous fortune but loses a golden opportunity are only a few of the characters youll meet. Would you use your power for good or for personal gain? Thats what Henry has to decide in The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar, one of the seven short stories in this extraordinary collection. Publishers Weekly From the Back Cover If you could see with your eyes closed. A cleaver mix of fact and fiction, this collection also includes how master storyteller Roald Dahl became a writer.

And find out about the treasure buried deep underground. Book Synopsis Seven superb short stories f rom the bestselling author of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and The BFG ! Meet the boy who can talk to animals and the man who can see with his eyes closed. John Cartwright, and Imhrat Khan.About the Book First U.S. It is described as a tale with many stories within, which follows the character of the titular wealthy man, Dr. The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar was inspired by the real-life Pakistani mystic Kuda Bux, who claimed to be able to see without his eyes. RELATED: Timothée Chalamet is Willy Wonka in First Photo for WB’s Musical Prequel This anthology format would also be similar to Anderson’s latest ensemble film The French Dispatch. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Cumberbatch is also set to portray multiple roles, which will serve as a connection to other stories within the film.ĭeadline also brings word that the project will be including three mini-stories which are being likened in the same vein as the Coen brothers’ The Ballad of Buster Scruggs. They will be joining MCU star Benedict Cumberbatch as he takes on the titular role of a wealthy man who likes gambling.

Following the confirmation of Wes Anderson’s film adaptation of The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar, it has also been reported that Oscar nominees Ralph Fiennes and Dev Patel along with Oscar winner Ben Kingsley have signed on to join the ensemble cast of Anderson’s next Roald Dahl adaptation.

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