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Danny, the Champion of the World

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 1975

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Roald Dahl

Danny, the Champion of the World

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 1975
Book Details
Pages

224

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

England • 1970s

Topic
Publication Year

1975

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

Lexile Level

770L

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Super Short Summary

In Danny, the Champion of the World, nine-year-old Danny, living in an old Romani caravan with his father, William, discovers his father's secret passion for poaching. Together, they devise a plan to poach pheasants from a wealthy, unpleasant landowner, Victor Hazell, using sleeping pill-laced raisins. Their clever scheme results in a thrilling and humorous adventure, highlighting their deep bond and the community's spirit. This book contains references to bereavement.

Adventurous

Emotional

Inspirational

Heartwarming

Playful

Reviews & Readership

4.4

73,707 ratings

76%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Reviews of Roald Dahl's Danny, the Champion of the World highlight its charming father-son relationship and engaging storytelling. Readers praise its blend of humor, adventure, and warmth. However, some critique the whimsical plot's plausibility. Overall, it's deemed a heartwarming, imaginative tale, though not Dahl's most captivating work.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Danny, the Champion of the World?

A reader who would enjoy Danny, the Champion of the World by Roald Dahl is likely fond of heartwarming tales with elements of adventure and a strong father-son relationship. They might also appreciate books like The BFG and Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, which combine whimsy, charm, and moral lessons in a captivating narrative.

4.4

73,707 ratings

76%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

224

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

England • 1970s

Topic
Publication Year

1975

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

Lexile Level

770L

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