The Umbrella Man and Other Stories
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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· 860L
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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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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~5.5
F&P level
~T
Publication
Published
July 1, 2000
First published
April 6, 1982
Publisher
Puffin
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780141302713
OCLC
70634067

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