Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
James and the Giant Peach
The Fantastic Mr. Fox
The Witches
the BFG
George made his medicine for his cruel and selfish grandmother in Roald Dahl's book "George's Marvellous Medicine." He creates a concoction intended to teach her a lesson for mistreating him, resulting in a series of unexpected and comical consequences.
No, Roald Dahl did not write the story "The Hitchhiker." It was written by the author Lucille Fletcher. Dahl was known for writing children's books such as "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" and "Matilda."
This is just a short list of Stephen King's published works. He has numerous other works that are not listed here. He also has works under the name of Richard Bachman. Stephen King's Published Books and Stories
* 1960 - People, Places, And Things - Volume 1 (limited edition with Chris Chelsey) * 1964 - The Star Invaders(limited edition) * 1974 - Carrie * 1975 - Salem's Lot * 1977 - The Shining * 1978 - Night Shift(stories) * 1978 - The Stand * 1979 - The Dead Zone * 1980 - Firestarter * 1981 - Cujo * 1981 - Danse Macabre (nonfiction about Horror) * 1981 - Roadwork * 1982 - Creepshow (comic book, illustrated by Bernie Wrightson) * 1982 - The Dark Tower I: The Gunslinger * 1982 - Different Seasons (novellas) * 1983 - Christine * 1983 - Pet Sematary * 1983 - Cycle of the Werewolf * 1984 - The Talisman (written with Peter Straub) * 1985 - Skeleton Crew (stories) * 1985 - The Bachman Books(novel collection) * 1986 - It * 1987 - The Eyes of the Dragon * 1987 - Misery * 1987 - The Dark Tower II: The Drawing of the Three * 1988 - The Tommyknockers * 1988 - Nightmares in the Sky (Photo book with text by King) * 1988 - Dark Visions * 1989 - The Dark Half * 1989 - Dolan's Cadillac (limited edition) * 1989 - My Pretty Pony (limited edition) * 1990 - The Stand: The Complete & Uncut Edition * 1990 - Four Past Midnight(stories) * 1991 - Needful Things * 1991 - The Dark Tower III: The Waste Lands * 1992 - Gerald's Game * 1993 - Dolores Claiborne * 1993 - Nightmares & Dreamscapes (stories) * 1994 - Insomnia * 1995 - Rose Madder * 1995 - Umney's Last Case * 1996 - The Green Mile (originally published as a monthly serial consisting of six parts: The Two Dead Girls, The Mouse on the Mile, Coffey's Hands, The Bad Death of Eduard Delacroix, Night Journey, and Coffey on the Mile) * 1996 - Desperation * 1997 - Six Stories (stories) * 1997 - The Dark Tower IV: Wizard and Glass * 1998 - Bag of Bones * 1999 - Storm of the Century * 1999 - The Girl Who Loved Tom Gordon * 1999 - The New Lieutenant's Rap(limited edition) * 1999 - Hearts in Atlantis * 1999 - Blood and Smoke (audio book) * 2000 - Riding the Bullet (electronically published novella) * 2000 - The Plant(electronically published) * 2000 - Secret Windows* 2000 - On Writing: A Memoir of the Craft (nonfiction autobiography) * 2000 - Dreamcatcher * 2001 - Black House (written with Peter Straub) * 2002 - From a Buick 8 * 2002 - Everything's Eventual: 14 Dark Tales * 2003 - The Dark Tower I: The Gunslinger (revised edition) * 2003 - The Dark Tower V: Wolves of the Calla * 2004 - The Dark Tower VI: Song of Susannah * 2004 - The Dark Tower VII: The Dark Tower * 2004 - Faithful: Two Diehard Boston Red Sox Fans Chronicle the Historic 2004 Season * 2005 - The Colorado Kid * 2006 - Cell * 2006 - Lisey's Story* 2008 - Duma Key * 2008 - Just after Sunset
The Volume Library 1911 was likely published in 1911. The value of the book would depend on its condition, rarity, and demand among collectors. It would be best to consult with a rare book dealer or auction house specializing in antiquarian books for a more accurate assessment of its value.
The "old man in the mound" story refers to a common folklore theme where a mysterious figure, often a hermit or wise old man, is said to reside inside a mound or hill. The story often involves a person seeking out the old man for wisdom or guidance, but finding that the figure has a supernatural or otherworldly nature. This archetype appears in various cultures and tales, symbolizing wisdom, isolation, and the connection between the physical world and the realm of spirits or ancestors.
There is not enough information available to provide a specific answer about the story of Benjamin Panlilio. It is possible that he is a private individual or a fictional character not widely known.
Books about outsiders often explore themes of identity, alienation, and society's norms. By focusing on characters who are marginalized or different from the mainstream, these books can challenge readers to question established beliefs and perspectives, fostering empathy and understanding for individuals on the fringes of society. Additionally, stories about outsiders can offer unique insights into human nature and the complexities of social interactions.
Dr. John Dee ultimately serves the Dark Elders in The Alchemyst series by Michael Scott. He is a powerful and cunning ally to their cause throughout the books.
Walt Whitman wrote this line which was popularised in the book and movie The Notebook.
Yes, there are romance novels where a bully character falls in love. These stories often revolve around redemption and character growth as the bully learns to change their ways and develop a loving relationship with the person they once mistreated. Examples include "Bully" by Penelope Douglas and "Kulti" by Mariana Zapata.
The black dog in Treasure Island wants to deliver a message to Captain Billy Bones, demanding a piece of the treasure map. The black dog works for Captain Flint, the notorious pirate, and is trying to obtain the map pieces to locate the buried treasure.
Raspberry's mother's name in the book "Money Hungry" is Adele.
Mr. Edward Rochester was the owner of Thornfield Hall in the novel "Jane Eyre" by Charlotte Bronte.
In "A Lesson Before Dying" by Ernest J. Gaines, Grant Wiggins, a schoolteacher, is often seen as the hero. He is challenged to work with a young man on death row to help him find dignity and self-worth before his execution. Grant's efforts to help the young man transcend his circumstances and face his fate with courage and dignity make him a hero in the story.
The correct spelling is "supercalifragilisticexpialidocious." It is a fictional word famously featured in the movie "Mary Poppins."
Alan Sillitoe wrote a novel called "The Loneliness of the Long-Distance Runner" which was published in 1959.
Grace Paley wrote a story called 'The Long Distance Runner' which was published in 1974.
Tony Richardson wrote an autobiography called 'The Long Distance Runner: A Memoir' which was published in 1993
Homer is famous for composing two epic poems: the Iliad and the Odyssey. The Iliad tells the story of the Trojan War, while the Odyssey follows the adventures of Odysseus as he tries to return home after the war.
The Union troops were advancing while the Rebel troops were retreating.
Mr. Spencer cares about Holden and is concerned for his well-being. He shows genuine interest in Holden's academic performance and future, but also worries about Holden's behavior and attitude. Overall, he wants the best for Holden and hopes that he can turn things around.
In chapters 1 and 2 of "Night," Elie Wiesel and his family are forced into the Jewish ghetto in Sighet, where they face increasing persecution and discrimination. The Hungarian police then begin to deport the Jews to concentration camps, sending Elie and his family to Auschwitz-Birkenau. This marks the beginning of a harrowing journey into the horrors of the Holocaust for Elie and his father.
Some of Agatha Christie's best-known and highly regarded books include "Murder on the Orient Express," "And Then There Were None," "The Murder of Roger Ackroyd," and "The ABC Murders." These titles are considered classics in the mystery genre and showcase Christie's skill in crafting intriguing plots and memorable characters.
Mr. Spencer used a guilt-tripping technique by bringing up Holden's academic performance and lack of effort in his studies during a conversation, making Holden feel guilty and uncomfortable. This tactic was a way for Mr. Spencer to assert his authority and try to motivate Holden to take his studies more seriously.
In the book "The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn," the duke and the king are tarred and feathered by a mob for their scams and deceitful actions. This serves as retribution for their dishonesty and mistreatment of others throughout the story.
MrUnderwood has been watching the mob scene attentively, taking notes and photographing the events as they unfold. He is focused on documenting and reporting on the situation to provide an accurate account of the events for his readers.