Songs and Verse
Songs and Verse by Roald Dahl, published by National Geographic Books on May 31, 2016, is a delightful collection that brings together the whimsical and humorous essence of Dahl’s storytelling. This edition features 192 pages filled with rhymes that explore themes of music and poetry, showcasing a variety of characters from monsters to magical creatures. Readers can expect a blend of classic moments alongside previously unpublished works, all presented in an engaging format.
Within its seven sections, Songs and Verse offers a rich tapestry of verses that include familiar favorites like James’s Centipede and George’s marvellous medicine, alongside other intriguing surprises. The book is enhanced by a foreword and illustrations from Quentin Blake, along with contributions from other notable artists such as Babette Cole and Chris Riddell. This collection invites readers to experience the playful and imaginative world of Roald Dahl through a unique lens of song and verse.
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Think of your favourite Roald Dahl moment and surely a song or verse cannot be far away…
SONGS AND VERSE has seven sections bursting with rhymes about monsters, magical creatures, gruesome children, ghastly adults as well as a few unusual surprises. From the strange and scrumptious dishes enjoyed by James’s Centipede to George and his marvellous medicine, and from greedy Augustus Gloop to the Giraffe and the Pelly and Me there are many classics here together with some previously unpublished treats.
With a foreword and opening illustrations by Quentin Blake, and illustrations throughout from other award-winning artists such as Babette Cole, Lauren Child, Chris Riddell, Alel Scheffler and Tony Ross, you will find a touch of magic on every page.
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