Connaissez-vous Oswald Hendryks Cornelius ? Ce grand voyageur, amateur d'araignées et d'Opéra italien, collectionneur de cannes, souffrant d'une phobie des microbes, et surtout séducteur invétéré ? Voici quelques pages du ,journal de cet étonnant personnage : lors d'un voyage en Egypte, à la suite de nombreuses péripéties, Oswald est invité à séjourner dans un somptueux château au beau milieu du désert du Sinaï. Et qui dit château, dit princesse à séduire... mais à quel prix ! Un texte plein de fantaisie et d'humour noir par un maître de l'insolite.
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.