Roald Dahl was a British novelist, short story writer, and screenwriter. Born in north Cardiff, Wales, to Norwegian parents, Dahl served in the Royal Air Force during the Second World War, in which he became a flying ace and intelligence agent. 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 h...
Danny, The Champion of the World
Danny, The Champion of the World
Synopsis
Danny lives a simple life with his father in a small caravan, but their quiet existence is disrupted by a wealthy and cruel landowner. Together, Danny and his dad hatch a daring plan to outsmart the villain and protect their home. It's a story about family, courage, and a boy's special bond with his dad.
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DannyProtagonist
Danny's fatherSupporting
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Edition
Danny, the Champion of the World (colour Edition)Unknown, 2018
208 pages
Penguin Books, LimitedLanguage: EnglishISBN: 97802413281705 editions available
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Frequently asked questions
Is there a film adaptation of Danny, The Champion of the World?
A television film adaptation of Roald Dahl's Danny, The Champion of the World was released in 1989, starring Jeremy Irons as William and his son Samuel Irons as Danny.
How does this book relate to Roald Dahl's other works?
Danny, The Champion of the World features a character named Mr. Victor Hazell, who also appears as a minor character in Dahl's later novel, Fantastic Mr. Fox. Both stories share themes of outwitting antagonists and celebrating ingenuity.