Someone Like You
(Author) Roald DahlAs a ship crosses the ocean, one passenger hits on a seemingly foolproof way to win the gambling pool on its daily progress. Attendants at a gallery are presented with an incredible piece of art tattooed on the back of an old man. Three men are pitted against a venomous krait in an agonisingly tense battle of wits. Machines are invented that can write entire novels with the barest human input - or pick up the shrieks of roses when they are cut. And a small boy's game of spotting snakes in a carpet pattern transforms into something grotesquely, horrifyingly real...
Roald Dahl
Roald Dahl was a British author known for his darkly humorous and imaginative children's books. His most notable works include "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory," "Matilda," and "The BFG." Dahl's writing style often blended elements of fantasy, satire, and whimsy, creating captivating stories that continue to resonate with readers of all ages. He made significant contributions to literature by pushing the boundaries of children's storytelling and challenging traditional ideas of morality in his characters and plots. "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" remains his most famous work, captivating audiences with its vivid characters and imaginative world. Dahl's impact on the literary genre of children's literature is profound, as his works continue to be celebrated and adapted into various forms of media worldwide.
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