Matilda is one of the most well-known children's books in the world! It's no wonder: besides being an incredible story about a little girl who loves literature and moves objects with her mind, Matilda was one of the last works by Roald Dahl, the famous English author also known for Charlie and the Chocolate Factory .
Matilda is a bright and intelligent little girl, but her parents think she's nothing more than a nuisance. Every day, she spends hours in the library, devouring book after book while her parents prefer to watch television. They find it strange that a child loves reading so much, and so Matilda dreams of things being different at school, but what she finds is even more trouble and a principal who hates children. Until she discovers a new superpower—besides reading.
Roald Dahl is one of the most acclaimed children's authors, and Matilda is one of his most famous and important works. First published in 1988, the book became a critical and commercial success. The film adaptation of the same name is considered a classic to this day. Together, Dahl's books have sold over 250 million copies worldwide.
“ Matilda is a fantastic and entertaining novel.” – The Guardian
“Dahl's phenomenal popularity with children stems from his delightful storytelling; his fans will not be disappointed with Matilda .” – Publishers Weekly