"A person is a fool to become a writer. His only compensation is absolute freedom. He has no master except his own soul, and that, I am sure, is why he does it."
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About Roald Dahl
Roald Dahl was a British novelist, short-story writer, poet, screenwriter, and wartime fighter pilot. He is best known for his children's books which have been translated into numerous languages and have sold over 250 million copies worldwide. Some of his most popular works include 'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory', 'Matilda', and 'The BFG'. Dahl's writing is characterized by its dark humor, imaginative storytelling, and often macabre twists.
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