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Matilda
Author: Roald Dahl, Quentin Blake

Book Information
Publisher: Puffin Books
Book Type: Paperback
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ISBN-13: 9780140342949 - ISBN-10: 014034294X
Publication Date: 4/1/1990
Pages: 240
Reading Level: Ages 9-12


Other Versions of this Book: Paperback, Hardcover, Paperback, Audio Cassette (Abridged)

Book Description:
For hundreds of kids, The Trunchbull is pure terror. For Matilda, she's a sitting duck. Roald Dahl is one of the most beloved storytellers of all time, and his books have been children's favorites for generations. Puffin is proud to offer a strong new look for nine of our classic Roald Dahl titles. The distinctive cover treatment, with new art by Quentin Blake, will make these books easily recognizable. In addition, Quentin Blake's funny, quirky illustrations now appear in all of the books. So turn the page and you'll be sure to have a Dahl-ectable summer!

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Please Rate these Book Reviews

Betsy I. wrote on 12/10/2007...


Ahh what a classic. this book about an overly smart girl in a family of crooks and cheaters! When she find she has powers she is sooo surprised she uses them for evil will. great book moive too.

Allison M. (omphaloskepsis) wrote on 4/18/2007...


Another must-read for elementary school-aged children... Roald Dahl is singularly my favorite author from my childhood.

Helen P. wrote on 3/19/2007...


A truely wonderful story.

Sarah S. (Delos) wrote on 11/18/2006...


Read as a tween and loved it.

Tracy H. wrote on 9/23/2006...


"Funny, witty, fresh....Dahl at his outrageous best!" Baltimore Sun

Erin C. (brandinsp) wrote on 9/14/2006...


Another Roald Dahl masterpiece. I can see why it's a national best seller.

Dee H. (Avon) wrote on 8/11/2006...


Great book

Brianna C. (rubyjewlcold) wrote on 8/2/2006...


One of the greatest stories of all time of a young girl who realizes that she has telekinetic powers. A great story for any young girl whom has ever felt the urge to break free from anything!

Danielle B. (danielle2b) wrote on 3/23/2006...


Great book for kids... Easy to read and also easy to read aloud. You will enjoy this favorite!

Krista L. (Gutsaysmaybe) wrote on 1/30/2006...


My favorite Dahl novel. And not at all because I can identify with the book-loving protaganist. *wink*


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