The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar and Six More
Author: Roald Dahl
Seven stories of fantasy and fun by the fantastic Roald Dahl.The Boy Who Talked With Animals – in which a stranded sea turtle and a small boy have more in common than meets the eye.The Hitchhiker – proves that in a pinch a professional pickpocket can be the perfect pal.The Mildenhall Treasure – a true tale of fortune found and an opportunity lost.The Wonderful Story of Hen….Read More
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