The Magic Finger
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- 100+
- First published
- 1966
- Pages
- 61
About this book
“The Magic Finger,” penned by Roald Dahl, is a captivating tale for children, first published in 1966. The story is told from the perspective of an 8-year-old girl residing in rural England. She possesses a unique power that triggers when she’s angry: her finger releases an energy beam that can unpredictably affect those who have upset her. Her neighbors, the Gregg family, are avid hunters, which she strongly disapproves of. After witnessing the Greggs return from a hunt with a deceased deer, she uses her magic finger on them. The following morning, the Greggs are shocked to discover they’ve shrunk to bird-size and sprouted wings. The narrative humorously and creatively explores the repercussions of one’s actions.
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Book facts
- Author
- Roald Dahi
- First published
- 1966
- Reading time
- About 30 minutes
- Pages
- 61
- Language
- English
- Genre
- Chapter Books
- Formats
- PDF, EPUB, MOBI, Read online