
The Swan - a fantastic story about youthful misdeeds. The Mildenhall Treasure - a true tale of fortune found and an opportunity lost.

The Hitchhiker - proves that in a pinch a professional pickpocket can be the perfect pal. The Boy Who Talked With Animals - in which a stranded sea turtle and a small boy have more in common than meets the eye.

But will he use his power for good or personal gain? Find out in "The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar," one of seven short stories in this extraordinary collection.Ī clever mix of fact and fiction, this volume also includes the tale of a boy who can understand animals, the magical true story of Mildenhall treasure, and Roald Dahl's own account of how he became a writer (with a wealth of tips for aspiring authors). Henry Sugar is a man with an amazing talent: he can see with his eyes closed. Seven stories of fantasy and fun by the fantastic Roald Dahl.
