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His poems are characterized by playful rhymes, unexpected twists, and a touch of the macabre. They frequently feature nonsensical creatures and humorous situations, appealing to children's imaginations. Dahl's work emerged during a period of burgeoning children's literature.
Most people don’t realize that in addition to being a fine writer, Roald Dahl was also a gifted comic poet. His children’s books are full of songs and poetry, and he even wrote three books devoted to nothing but verse. Here are all of his poems (that I know of) with links to further information.
“I want you”, Crocodile declared, “to do the back ones first. The molars at the very back are easily the worst.” He opened wide his massive jaws. It was a fearsome sight— At least three hundred pointed teeth, all sharp and shining white. The dentist kept himself well clear. He stood two yards away.
He published nine short story collections, including Over to You (1946); two novels, Sometime Never (1949) and My Uncle Oswald (1979); and several screenplays, including Chitty Chitty Bang Bang and the James Bond film You Only Live Twice. Dahl was awarded the Mystery Writers of America’s Edgar Award three times.
“There is a person in my tummy.” “I’ve had enough!” my mother said, “You’d better go at once to bed!” Just then, a nicely timed event. Delivered me from punishment. Deep in my tummy something stirred, And then an awful noise was heard, A snorting grumbling grunting sound. That made my tummy jump around. My darling mother nearly died,
Analysis (ai): Dahl's poem modernizes the classic fairy tale by presenting the story from the pig's perspective, adding humor and subversion. The rhyming couplets and playful language reflect Dahl's signature style.
Roald Dahl (1916-1990) is one of the most successful children’s writers in the world: around thirty million of his books have been sold in the U.K. alone. Children love his poems and stories because he writes from their point of view – in his books adults are often the villains or are just plain stupid!
Roald Dahl (1916-1990) is one of the most successful children’s writers in the world: around thirty million of his books have been sold in the U.K. alone. Children love his poems and stories because he writes from their point of view – in his books adults are often the villains or are just plain stupid!
Little Red Riding Hood (orchestra + narration), 1992, London, England. Revolting Rhymes & Marvellous Music (ensemble + narration), 2016, Somerset, England. Roald Dahl’s Little Red Riding Hood and the Wolf: A Howlingly Hilarious Musical adapted by Matthew White and Ana Sanderson.
