Book Series · 2 Books

Roald Dahl's Autobiography Books

In order from Boy to Going Solo.

The Roald Dahl's Autobiography series is a set of 2 chapter books by Roald Dahl, published between 1984 and 1986. Written for ages 8–12, most books run about 210 pages.

Boy
Going Solo
Boy
Boy
Going Solo
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Boy
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$858
Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1984

Boy

By Roald Dahl, Quentin Blake (Illustrator)

A young boy recounts his childhood and the events that shaped him into the person he became

192 pages· 34,201 words· Est. 5 hour read
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Summary: Explore the mischievous and adventurous childhood of Roald Dahl, the mind behind iconic tales like Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. From nearly losing his nose in a car accident to being a chocolate tester for Cadbury's, Dahl's early life was filled with unexpected twists. Uncover the secrets behind the Great Mouse Plot of 1924 and more in this captivating glimpse into the experiences that shaped a master storyteller. What other surprises await in the boyhood of this literary legend? Dive into the fascinating world of Dahl's youth and find out!
In reading order

Roald Dahl's Autobiography Series

2 books · Published 1984–1986

#1
#1 in Series
Sale price
$858

Boy

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1984

A young boy recounts his childhood and the events that shaped him into the person he became

#2

Going Solo

Chapter Book · Ages 10–+ · 1986

A pilot's daring WWII adventures unfold in a world of danger and intrigue.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Roald Dahl's Autobiography series?

There are 2 books in the Roald Dahl's Autobiography series. It began with Boy in 1984, and the newest book, Going Solo, was published in 1986.

What order should you read the Roald Dahl's Autobiography books in?

Start with Boy and follow the series order — the books above are numbered #1 through #2.

What ages are the Roald Dahl's Autobiography books best for?

The series is best for ages 8–12, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

Which Roald Dahl's Autobiography book is the longest?

Going Solo (Book #2) is the longest book in the series at 57,477 words (210 pages).

Which Roald Dahl's Autobiography book is the shortest?

Boy (Book #1) is the shortest at 34,201 words (192 pages).

The people

The Creatives Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring Roald Dahl's Autobiography to life.

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Roald Dahl

Author
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Quentin Blake

Illustrator

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