A Book Title by Roald Dahl

daisy dukes


Joined: 06/09/2008
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Message Posted:
02/07/2010 07:10

I once read a book by Roald Dahl and absolutely loved it, but i can't remember what it was called. Basically it was a bout a man reading a book about a man reading a book, and there was some Indian in it with a big white turban.



Does this ring a bell with anyone?? I know the description is sketchy to say the least, but if anyone could throw some light on this, i would be MOST grateful.



DD

MaggieAndBernie



Joined: 26/07/2008
Posts: 2012

Message Posted:
02/07/2010 08:55

Don't know that one DD but try putting 'Roald Dahl titles' in to google search and you should be able to get a list of all his work - maybe if you see the title in there it will job your memory.

Good luck



Maggie

MaggieAndBernie



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Message Posted:
02/07/2010 08:55

oops or even jog your memory!

walkerscott


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Message Posted:
02/07/2010 19:04

i've read most of his books as he went to my school in Repton.



But i can't seem to remember anything about a man reading a book - could it be "Going Solo" perhaps ..

daisy dukes


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Message Posted:
02/07/2010 19:44

aaaargh! This is so frustrating....nothing is jogging my memory (probably boiled in this heat) surely SOMEONE' must know what i'm on about....or maybe...just maybe.....i suppose it's possible, that i may have dreamt it.....



Nah, i definitely remember reading it, as it was a gift.....





DD

daisy dukes


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Message Posted:
02/07/2010 19:55

I think it was about, a guy picking up a book in a library, and then reading about a man picking up a book....there were some far east connotations and there was definitely a man with a white turban in it....and there was something connecting the 2 men....but it could also have been about several people reading the said book...i remember thinking that i was going to get confused as it was like looking into a lot of mirrors, except it was reading...i know this sounds confusing, and trust me when i say, i was reluctant to post this as folk might think i'm a bit batty....but i am desperate to find out the title, and perhaps acquire it.



I'm not batty really!!





DD

MaggieAndBernie



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Posts: 2012

Message Posted:
02/07/2010 21:00

DD

Have a look on this site - You can click on any of the titles for a brief description!



http://www.roalddahlfans.com/books.php



Maggie

catalkoykid


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Posts: 1190

Message Posted:
02/07/2010 21:07

The Complete Adventures of Charlie and Mr Willy Wonka

daisy dukes


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Posts: 3815

Message Posted:
02/07/2010 21:08

MaggieAndBernie, you an absolute STAR!! Not sure how long this will take, as there a tons of titles to go through, but if you like, when i find the one, i will let you know...



Thank you ever so much for going that extra mile for me....big sloppy kisses to both cheeks!! mwah mwah xx





DD

MaggieAndBernie



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Posts: 2012

Message Posted:
02/07/2010 21:20

You're most welcome - I loved reading Roald's childrens books (to my children first , then when they were older, I used to read them after they had) Do you know I didn't even realise that he'd written so many adult books! I think a trip to the library is in order when I go back to UK next week!



There a bit on that site where you can email them with questions - might be worth a try & save you a bit of time?



Good luck with your quest!



Maggie x

daisy dukes


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Message Posted:
02/07/2010 21:23

why oh why did he have to write so much???? I have gone through at least 20 in 10 minutes, but there are still another gazillion to do!! ( i am a determined sort!)



Just goes to show what a brilliant writer he was.....now to get them ALL on talking books!! lol





DD

MaggieAndBernie



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Posts: 2012

Message Posted:
02/07/2010 21:30

The first time I heard of him was when Rik Mayall narrated 'George's Marvellous Medicine' on Jackanory about 30 years ago - I was hooked!. Talking books would be fantastic!!

daisy dukes


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Message Posted:
02/07/2010 21:36

I'VE FOUND IT! I'VE FOUND IT! I'VE FOUND IT!!



Honestly this, in my opinion, is one of the most amazing stories ever told!!



Here is the link for the 'spoiler' please do not read if you want to read it blind...please trust me when i say, it is a wonderful little story, and well worth seeking out!!



M+B THANK YOU SOOOOOOO MUCH!!



The Wonderful Story Of Mr Sugar



http://www.roalddahlfans.com/shortstories/wond.php



DD