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Chapter Book · Ages 12–+ · 1982
The Umbrella Man and Other Stories
Written by Roald Dahl
Thirteen tales with shocking twists and unexpected delights await teen readers.
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279 pages
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Bookroo's summary
Dive into thirteen captivating stories where Roald Dahl's mastery shines. Each tale, crafted with irony and humor, promises bizarre twists and unexpected turns. Will you uncover the surprises hidden within?
From the publisher
Before he was a world-renowned children’s book writer, Roald Dahl was a master of short stories for adults. The thirteen tales collected here were specially selected for their appeal to teens, and they represent his finest work. By turns shocking, ironic, humorous, and touching, these stories are filled with bizarre twists and unexpected delights. This collection proves Roald Dahl’s standing as one of the world’s foremost storytellers.
At a glance
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 279
- Reading age
- 12–99+
- Audience
- Young Adult
- Lexile
- 860L
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